Suppose the Federal Excise Tax Rate on Gasoline Is Increased

question 262

Multiple Choice

Suppose the federal excise tax rate on gasoline is increased by 50 percent. Which of the following is the most likely impact on the tax revenue derived from the federal gas tax?

• A) Tax revenues will increase by less than 50 percent.
• B) Tax revenues will increase by 50 percent.
• C) Tax revenues will increase by more than 50 percent.
• D) The revenue from the gasoline tax will go to zero.

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