The Inverse Demand Function for Eggs Is P = 84

question 9

Multiple Choice

The inverse demand function for eggs is p = 84 - 9q, where q is the number of cases of eggs.The inverse supply is p = 7 + 2q.In the past, eggs were not taxed, but now a tax of 33 dollars per case has been introduced.What is the effect of the tax on the quantity of eggs supplied?

• A)Quantity drops by 2 cases.
• B)Quantity drops by 3 cases.
• C)Quantity drops by 6 cases.
• D)Quantity drops by 4 cases.
• E)None of the above.

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