1. The marginal benefit (demand) curve for pollution for an industry is P=100-4*Q, where Q is emissions in tons. The current emissions tax (price) for pollution is $40/ton. Regulators are curious if a 10% decrease in the pollution tax will lead to a disproportionate percentage increase in emissions. You calculate the elasticity of pollution demand and conclude (choose one):
a. Demand is elastic. A reduction in the tax will lead to a disproportionately large increase in emissions.
b. Demand is elastic. A reduction in the tax will lead to a smaller than proportional increase in emissions.
c. Demand is inelastic. A reduction in the tax will lead to a disproportionately large increase in emissions.
d. Demand is inelastic. A reduction in the tax will lead to a smaller than proportional increase in emissions.