Multiple Choice
Suppose that the EPA has proposed strict controls on the amount of sulfur that diesel fuel contains.These controls were designed to fully offset the cost of pollution generated by diesel fuel vehicles.The effect of the regulation is estimated to increase the equilibrium price of a gallon of diesel fuel by 10 cents.
Refer to the information given above.Suppose that demand for diesel fuel is perfectly inelastic and supply has a positive slope.The effect of the regulation will _______ than if demand were not perfectly inelastic.
A) increase price and quantity by more
B) Increase price by less and reduce quantity by more
C) decrease price and quantity by more
D) increase price by more and reduce quantity by less
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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