Question

If a tax shifts the demand curve downward (or to the left), we can infer that the tax was levied on A. sellers of the good. B. We cannot infer anything because the shift described is not consistent with a tax. C. buyers of the good. D. both buyers and sellers of the good.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. buyers of the good

Explanation:

A tax is an amount levied on a good or service by the government which increases its price. A tax increases the price of a good.

If a tax shifts the demand curve to the left ,it means the tax affects buyers of a good.

If a tax shifts the supply curve to the left, it means the tax affects sellers of a good.

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