Suppose demand for good X is given by QD = 900- p/2 where p is the price and QD the quantity demanded. Supply is given by QS = p/4. Suppose 60 TL tax is imposed on each unit of X that is purchased. What is the burden of the tax? Explain the key factors that determine the incidence of the tax.
Suppose demand for good X is given by QD = 900- p/2 where p is the price and QD the quantity demanded. Supply is given by QS = p/4. Suppose 60 TL tax is imposed on each unit of X that is purchased. What is the burden of the tax? Explain the key factors that determine the incidence of the tax.
Chapter6: Elasticity
Section6.4: The Relationship Between Taxes And Elasticity
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Suppose 60 TL tax is imposed on each unit of X that is purchased.
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