Principles of Macroeconomics (12th Edition)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134078809
Author: Karl E. Case, Ray C. Fair, Sharon E. Oster
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 3.3P
Subpart (a)
To determine
Efficiency argument.
Subpart (b)
To determine
Non monitory cost arises due to legalizing marijuana use.
Subpart (c)
To determine
Equity argument of legalizing marijuana.
Subpart (d)
To determine
Flow of revenue from legalization of marijuana.
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