Figure 8-2 -Refer to Figure 8-2.Which of the Following Equations Is Valid

question 28

Multiple Choice

Figure 8-2

-Refer to Figure 8-2.Which of the following equations is valid for the loss in producer surplus caused by the tax?

• A)Loss of producer surplus = (1/2)(P₂ + P₁)(Q₁ + Q₂).
• B)Loss of producer surplus = (1/2)(P₂ + P₁)(Q₁ - Q₂).
• C)Loss of producer surplus = (1/2)(P₂ - P₁)(Q₁ + Q₂).
• D)Loss of producer surplus = (1/2)(P₂ - P₁)(Q₁ - Q₂).

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