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question 28

Multiple Choice

The U.S.catfish industry petitioned the U.S.government for increased taxes on imported Vietnamese fish, claiming that the fish were being sold below the cost of production.The U.S.catfish industry was accusing the Vietnamese fish industry of ________.

• A)dumping
• B)using an embargo
• C)subsidizing
• D)using offsets

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Definitions:

Excess Burden

The cost to society created by market inefficiency, mainly used in the context of taxes that cause consumers and producers to alter their behavior in ways that reduce economic well-being.

Excess Burden

The cost to society created by market inefficiency, which occurs when goods or services are not produced or allocated efficiently.

Economic Decisions

Choices made by individuals, households, firms, or governments regarding allocation of scarce resources to satisfy various needs and desires.

Tax Revenue

Tax Revenue refers to the income that is gained by governments through taxation, which is then used to fund public services and governmental operations.