Assuming that supply is somewhat elastic, the burden of a per unit tax is borne more by consumers the more elastic is the demand curve. Explain why above statements is True, False, or Uncertain according to economic principles. Use diagrams where appropriate.
Assuming that supply is somewhat elastic, the burden of a per unit tax is borne more by consumers the more elastic is the demand curve. Explain why above statements is True, False, or Uncertain according to economic principles. Use diagrams where appropriate.
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