A Deadweight Loss Is a Consequence of a Tax on a Good

question 11

Multiple Choice

A deadweight loss is a consequence of a tax on a good because the tax

• A)induces the government to increase its expenditures.
• B)induces buyers to consume less,and sellers to produce less.
• C)increases the equilibrium price in the market.
• D)imposes a loss on buyers that is greater than the loss to sellers.

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Definitions:

Investments

Assets purchased with the aim of generating income or appreciating in value over time, such as stocks, bonds, or real estate.

Stock Split

A corporate action in which a company divides its existing shares into multiple shares to boost the liquidity of the shares, though the overall market capitalization remains the same.

Market Price

The present cost at which a service or asset is available for purchase or sale in the open market.

Paid-In Capital

The amount of capital provided by shareholders in exchange for shares of a company's stock.