The Elasticity of Demand for Cigarettes by Children Is Such

question 70

Multiple Choice

The elasticity of demand for cigarettes by children is such that an increase in cigarette taxes to one dollar would

• A)have absolutely no effect of childhood smoking.
• B)actually increase adult smoking.
• C)cut adult smoking by around 10%.
• D)cut adult smoking by 25%.

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