How Would an Increase in Cigarette Taxes Succeed According to the Following

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Essay

How would an increase in cigarette taxes succeed according to the following criteria: collecting a large amount of tax revenue; distorting demand as little as possible; discouraging consumption of harmful commodities?

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Definitions:

Domestic Corporations

Corporations that are incorporated and operate in the state in which they were formed.

Nonprofit Corporation

A corporation that operates for educational, charitable, social, religious, civic, or humanitarian purposes, rather than to earn a profit.

Shareholders

Individuals or entities that own one or more shares of stock in a corporation, granting them rights to dividends and a say in corporate governance.

Churches

Places of worship and community gatherings associated with the Christian faith, often involved in religious, educational, and charitable activities.