Which of the Following Generalizations Is Correct

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following generalizations is correct?

• A)The more elastic the demand and supply of a product, the larger the portion of an excise tax which is borne by buyers.
• B)The more elastic the demand for a product, the larger the portion of an excise tax which is borne by buyers.
• C)The more inelastic the supply of a product, the larger the portion of an excise tax which is borne by buyers.
• D)The more inelastic the demand for a product, the larger the portion of an excise tax which is borne by sellers.
• E)The more elastic the supply of a product, the larger the portion of an excise tax which is borne by buyers.

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