Multiple Choice
The inverse demand function for eggs is p = 125 - 6q, where q is the number of cases of eggs.The inverse supply is p = 5 + 6q.In the past, eggs were not taxed, but now a tax of 72 dollars per case has been introduced.What is the effect of the tax on the quantity of eggs supplied?
A) Quantity drops by 7 cases.
B) Quantity drops by 5 cases.
C) Quantity drops by 6 cases.
D) Quantity drops by 12 cases.
E) None of the above.
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