If the Demand Curve Is Vertical and the Supply Curve

question 30

Multiple Choice

If the demand curve is vertical and the supply curve slopes upward,the imposition of a sales tax will

• A) shift entirely to the buyer.
• B) fall more heavily on the buyer.
• C) be equally shared by the buyer and seller.
• D) fall more heavily on the seller.
• E) shift entirely to the seller.

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