An Increase in the "Rent Ratio" Indicates That Renting Is

question 163

True/False

An increase in the "rent ratio" indicates that renting is more affordable relative to housing prices.

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Definitions:

Tax Wedge

The tax wedge is the difference between what consumers pay and what producers receive for a good or service due to taxation, affecting supply and demand.

Inelastic Supply

A situation where the quantity supplied of a good or service is relatively unresponsive to changes in its price.

Excise Tax

A tax imposed on specific goods or services, such as tobacco, alcohol, and fuel, which is often used to discourage consumption or generate revenue for government projects.

Tax Burden

The impact of taxation on an individual or entity, often expressed as the total amount of tax paid or as a percentage of income.