Foundations of Economics (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134486819
Author: Robin Bade, Michael Parkin
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 10, Problem 1IAPA
To determine
The effect of an increase in the tax on gasoline in Unites States on the carbon emissions.
Whether increase in tax would increase efficiency or create
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