The following graph shows the effect of a tax imposed on


Question: The following graph shows the effect of a tax imposed on soft drinks. Use this graph to answer the questions:

a. Which areas in the graph represent the excess burden (deadweight loss) of the tax?

b. Which areas represent the revenues collected by the government from the tax?

c. Would this tax on soft drinks be considered efficient? Briefly explain.

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