QXd = 14 - 0.5PX   and  QXs = 0.25PX - 1 a. Determine the equilibrium price and quantity. Show the equilibrium graphically. b. Suppose a $12 excise tax is imposed on the good. Determine the new equilibrium price and quantity (see video on inverse functions).

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QXd = 14 - 0.5PX   and  QXs = 0.25PX - 1

a. Determine the equilibrium price and quantity. Show the equilibrium graphically.

b. Suppose a $12 excise tax is imposed on the good. Determine the new equilibrium price and quantity (see video on inverse functions).

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