Which of the Following Is an Example of a Price-Ceiling

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a price-ceiling?

• A)a minimum wage
• B)a sales tax
• C)none of the above
• D)a rent control

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Definitions:

Bills of Attainder

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Habeas Corpus

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Just Compensation

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EEOC v. Abercrombie

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