Suppose That the EPA Has Proposed Strict Controls on the Amount

question 51

Multiple Choice

Suppose that the EPA has proposed strict controls on the amount of sulfur that diesel fuel contains.These controls were designed to fully offset the cost of pollution generated by diesel fuel vehicles.The effect of the regulation is estimated to increase the equilibrium price of a gallon of diesel fuel by 10 cents.
Refer to the information given above.Assuming that the supply of diesel fuel has a positive slope and demand has a negative slope,the quantity of diesel fuel sold after imposition of the regulation will:

• A)remain the same.
• B)increase.
• C)decrease.
• D)decrease only if diesel fuel is a normal good.

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Definitions:

Normal Good

A type of good for which demand increases when income increases, and falls when income decreases.

Income Rises

An increase in the amount of money received by individuals or entities, typically through wages, investments, or business activities.

Demand

The total quantity of goods or services that consumers are willing and able to purchase at a given price level.

Energy Drinks

Beverages containing stimulant compounds, usually caffeine, which are marketed as providing mental and physical stimulation.