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Analyzing Policy Incentives
A government wants to reduce the use of single-use plastic bags in supermarkets. They are considering two policies:
- A tax of $0.10 on each plastic bag provided by the store.
- A discount of $0.10 for each reusable bag a customer brings.
Analyze how each of these policies creates a motivation to change consumer behavior. In your analysis, explain how each policy alters the costs and benefits of using a plastic bag versus a reusable bag.
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