A Per-Unit Excise Tax on a Single Competitive Firm Causes

question 74

Multiple Choice

A per-unit excise tax on a single competitive firm causes:

• A)all cost curves,except the total fixed cost curve to increase by the amount of the tax.
• B)all per-unit cost curves to increase by less than the amount of the tax.
• C)all per-unit cost curves,except the marginal cost curve,to decrease by the amount of the tax.
• D)all per-unit cost curves and the marginal cost curve to increase by the amount of the tax.

---

Definitions:

Larger Companies

Corporations or businesses that have a significant scope in terms of operations, revenue, or number of employees, typically having a broad influence in their respective industries.

Alternative Media Outlets

Media sources that provide information outside of mainstream or conventional channels, often focusing on perspectives or topics not covered by major outlets.

Mainstream Media

Media outlets and platforms that reach the largest audience and are typically regarded as conventional or traditional sources of news and entertainment.

Homogenous Media Products

Media content that lacks diversity and variation, often resulting from dominant cultural or industry norms dictating production values and themes.