Neither the Supply of nor Demand for a Good Is

question 269

Multiple Choice

Neither the supply of nor demand for a good is perfectly elastic or perfectly inelastic.So,imposing a tax on the good results in a ________ in the price paid by buyers and ________ in the equilibrium quantity.

• A) rise; an increase
• B) rise; a decrease
• C) fall; an increase
• D) fall; a decrease
• E) a rise; no change

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Definitions:

Penalty

A punishment imposed for breaking a law, rule, or contract, which often involves paying a fine or forfeiting something.

Mark-Up

The amount added to the cost of a product or service to cover overhead and profit.

Selling Price

The amount of money for which a product is sold to the customer, after accounting for discounts, rebates, and other adjustments.

Payment

The transfer of money, or its equivalent, from one party to another in exchange for goods, services, or to fulfill a legal obligation.