A Deadweight Loss Results from the Imposition of a Tax

question 75

Multiple Choice

A deadweight loss results from the imposition of a tax on a good because the tax

• A) induces the government to increase its expenditures.
• B) reduces the quantity of exchanges between buyers and sellers.
• C) causes a disequilibrium in the market.
• D) imposes a loss on buyers that is greater than the loss to sellers.

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Definitions:

Cost-Plus Pricing

A pricing method that involves adding a consistent percentage markup to the total production cost of a product or service to set its sale price.

Mark-Up Percentage

The percentage added to the cost price of goods to cover overhead and profit, determining the selling price.

Material Charge

A fee or cost applied for the materials used in the manufacturing or production of goods.

Material Cost

The cost of raw materials and components used to create a product.