If the Goal Is to Reduce Cigarette Consumption Per Smoker

question 126

Multiple Choice

If the goal is to reduce cigarette consumption per smoker through taxation, a federal tax is ______ effective than a state tax.

• A) more
• B) equally
• C) less
• D) more or less (depending upon the state)

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