There Is Concern That CFCs, a Chemical By-Product of Refrigeration

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Essay

There is concern that CFCs, a chemical by-product of refrigeration, are destroying Earth's protective ozone layer, leaving us more vulnerable to cataracts and skin cancer.Suppose each air conditioner creates 10 pounds of CFCs.The demand and supply of air conditioners follow:What will be the free market price and quantity, and what will be the price and quantity if the government forces suppliers to pay a $100 tax for each air conditioner produced?

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