6. Suppose a tax of $0.50 per unit on a good creates a deadweight loss of $100. If the tax is increased to $2.50 per unit, the deadweight loss from the new tax would be (A) $500. (B) $1,000. (C) $2,000. (D) $2,500.

9. The federal government is concerned about the negative effects of cigarette smoking in the United States. Suppose Congress is considering two plans. One plan would limit the production of cigarettes. The other would require manufacturers to include graphic photos on cigarette packages of people suffering cancer's effects. Which of the following statements is true? (A) Both programs would increase the price of cigarettes. (B) Both programs would reduce the quantity of cigarettes sold. (C) Both programs would decrease revenues for cigarette manufacturers. (D) All of the above are correct.

6. Suppose a tax of $0.50 per unit on a good creates a deadweight loss of $100. If the tax is increased to $2.50 per unit, the deadweight loss from the new tax would be
(A) $500.
(B) $1,000.
(C) $2,000.
(D) $2,500.

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6. Suppose a tax of $0.50 per unit on a good creates a deadweight loss of $100. If the tax is increased to $2.50 per unit, the deadweight loss from the new tax would be(A) $500.(B) $1,000.(C) $2,000.(D) $2,500.

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6. Suppose a tax of $0.50 per unit on a good creates a deadweight loss of $100. If the tax is increased to $2.50 per unit, the deadweight loss from the new tax would be
(A) $500.
(B) $1,000.
(C) $2,000.
(D) $2,500.