Suppose That a Market Is Initially in Equilibrium $P = 90 - Q ^ { d }$

question 51

Multiple Choice

Suppose that a market is initially in equilibrium. The initial demand curve is $P = 90 - Q ^ { d }$ . The initial supply curve is $P = 2 Q ^ { s }$ . Suppose that the government imposes a $\$ 3$ tax on this market. What are the government receipts from the tax?

• A)$90.
• B)$87.
• C)$45.
• D)$43.50.

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