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Suppose that in a particular market, the supply curve is highly elastic and the demand curve is highly inelastic. If a tax is imposed in this market, then

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There is direct relationship between elasticity of supply and burden bear by buyer. Also, there is direct relationship between elasticity of demand and burden bear by seller. If supply is highly elastic, then buyer will bear the greater burden than sellers.

A the buyers will bear a greater burden of the tax than the sellers

B the sellers will bear a greater burden of the tax than the buyers.

C the buyers and sellers are likely to share the burden of the tax equality

D the buyers and sellers will not share the burden equally, but it is impossible to determine who will bear the greater burden of the tax without more information

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