When a Tax Alters Consumers' Incentives,it Is

question 80

Multiple Choice

When a tax alters consumers' incentives,it is:

• A)sometimes a side effect of a tax designed to raise revenue.
• B)always the explicit purpose of the policy.
• C)called a sin tax.
• D)meant to encourage increased consumption.

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Definitions:

Net Income Ratio

A financial metric that calculates how much net income is generated as a percentage of revenues, showcasing profit efficiency.

Revenue Account

An account that tracks the income earned by a business, from sales or other sources, during an accounting period.

Expense Account

An account used to record the consumption of assets, including costs incurred in the operation of a business, contributing to a reduction in equity.

Merchandise Inventory

Goods a company intends to sell to customers, typically in a retail or wholesale setting.