A TAX, PART 2: Who is most burdened by a tax on bread: the b…

A TAX, PART 2: Who is most burdened by a tax on bread: the bread suppliers or the bread consumers? Who is most burdened by a tax on specialty coffee drinks: the coffeeshop owners or the coffee drinkers? Explain how you know, and refer to the graphs in your explanation.

In a few examples in class, we talked about the market for l…

In a few examples in class, we talked about the market for low-wage labor. We assumed that the demand for low-wage labor (by employers) is relatively inelastic, and that the supply of low-wage labor (by the workers) is relatively elastic. Choose ONE of these assumptions, and explain in your own words why it is likely true. Make sure that your explanation illustrates your understanding of what elasticity means (that’s what I’ll be looking for).

For this question, please write two paragraphs. In the first…

For this question, please write two paragraphs. In the first paragraph, describe some of the bad things about cities. In the second paragraph, cite at least 3 pieces of evidence to help explain why, in spite of these things, Dr. Glaeser titled his book The Triumph of the City.

Compose a potential thesis statement for your essay.  The th…

Compose a potential thesis statement for your essay.  The thesis must include your topic, your central point, and three map points.  Using the teacher example, a possible thesis is “My 7th grade science teacher is my favorite teacher because she is caring, creative, and upbeat.”