Multiple Choice
A tax targeted to reduce consumption of a good by a specific quantity will raise the most revenue when:
A) both supply and demand are inelastic.
B) supply is inelastic and demand is elastic.
C) supply is elastic and demand is inelastic.
D) both supply and demand are elastic.
Correct Answer:
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