The Demand Curve and Supply Curve for a Good Are

question 82

Multiple Choice

The demand curve and supply curve for a good are given by Q^D = 100 - 5P and Q^S = 1.25P - 2.5. Suppose the production of this good creates a negative externality, where the external marginal cost is constant at $2. Assuming the government implements the appropriate per-unit tax to achieve the socially optimal outcome, sellers receive a price of $_____ net of the tax.

• A) 16.80
• B) 14.80
• C) 16.00
• D) 14.00

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Definitions:

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

A contra-asset account that reduces the total amount of accounts receivable to reflect those that are expected to go uncollected.

Uncollectible

Accounts receivable that cannot be recovered or are very unlikely to be paid by debtors.

Income Statement Approach

An analytic method focusing on revenues and expenses to determine the net income of a business within a specific period.