1) The demand function for a product is shown by the equation P = 15 – Q and the Supply function P = 3 + 0.5Q. the product is subject to a tax of IDR.3/unit a. Determine the amount and price of the balance before and after tax. b. determine the amount and the balance price if the government provides a subsidy of IDR.2/unit c. how much tax is borne by producers and consumers d. how much of a subsidy is enjoyed by consumers e. How much does the government get for taxes and the amount of subsidies issued by the government?

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1) The demand function for a product is shown by the equation P = 15 – Q and the Supply function P = 3 + 0.5Q. the product is subject to a tax of IDR.3/unit a. Determine the amount and price of the balance before and after tax. b. determine the amount and the balance price if the government provides a subsidy of IDR.2/unit c. how much tax is borne by producers and consumers d. how much of a subsidy is enjoyed by consumers e. How much does the government get for taxes and the amount of subsidies issued by the government?
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