Scare tactics lift prices for smokers
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Question 1
Given that consumption will likely continue to decline in the mid-single digit range, pricing is necessary to drive top-line growth. Using information from the article, explain this statement.
Question 2
Using diagrams, as appropriate, illustrate the changes that have taken place in the market for cigarettes.
Question 3
Assess the effectiveness of indirect taxation as a tool to improve public health by reducing smoking.
Question 4
Discuss the factors that may lead to a notable shift in demand "elasticity".
