Microeconomics (7th Edition)
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Author: R. Glenn Hubbard, Anthony Patrick O'Brien
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Chapter 4, Problem 4.4.6PA
Sub part (a):
To determine
The impact of tax on market for soft drinks.
Sub part (b):
To determine
The tax on per unit.
Sub part (c):
To determine
The efficient level of tax.
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