Refer to the information provided in Figure 32.1 below to answer the question(s) that follow. Figure 32.1Refer to Figure 32.1. If the economy is at a point such as C on the Laffer curve, a(n) ________ in tax rates will ________ tax revenue.

A. decrease; decrease
B. decrease; increase
C. increase; increase
D. change; not change


Answer: B

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