Suppose that the demand and supply functions of pineapples are given by Qd = 2000 400P,

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Suppose that the demand and supply functions of pineapples are given by Qd = 2000 − 400P, Qs = 1600P.

(a) Find the equilibrium price and quantity.

(b) Find the equilibrium price and quantity after the local government imposes a 20/c sales tax on pineapples.

(c) Find the equilibrium price and quantity if there is a 20/c excise tax on growers instead of the sales tax.

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