Foundations of Economics (8th Edition)
Foundations of Economics (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134486819
Author: Robin Bade, Michael Parkin
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 8, Problem 5IAPA
To determine

To compute:

The changes inquantity demanded, tax burden to be borne by seller or buyer and the deadweight loss.

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