This file of ECO 450 Week 7 DQ 1 Taxation and Income comprises:

Explain when and why the lump-sum tax is used as a benchmark. Evaluate the effectiveness of using the lump-sum tax as a benchmark and suggest strategy to improve the effectiveness.

Analyze the impact of taxation on prices and market efficiency. Identify instance(s) where higher taxes do not reduce the consumption of a good. Provide an example to support your response.