How would the market for coffee be affected if the government charged an excise tax of $1.00 on each unit of coffee sold?

A) There would be a shortage of coffee.
B) The demand for coffee would increase.
C) The demand for coffee would decrease.
D) The supply curve would shift up vertically by $1.00.


Answer: D

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