The Domestic Market for Calculators Is Perfectly Competitive and Is

question 15

Multiple Choice

The domestic market for calculators is perfectly competitive and is in equilibrium. Domestic demand is given by Q^d = 100 - P and domestic supply is given by Q^s = 4P. The world price for calculators is $10. Now, a tariff of $10 is imposed on all imports. How many units of calculators will be imported now?

• A) 0
• B) 10
• C) 30
• D) 50

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