The Graph Shown Demonstrates a Tax on Sellers

question 132

Multiple Choice

The graph shown demonstrates a tax on sellers. Which of the following can be said about the effect of this tax?

• A) The tax increases producer surplus.
• B) Consumers prefer this tax over a tax levied on buyers.
• C) The deadweight loss would be larger if this tax had been imposed on buyers.
• D) The tax decreases consumer surplus.

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