Question

how have high taxes on tobacco products impacted the number of people who use them?
a. the number of tobacco users has increased.
b. the number of tobacco users has decreased.
c. the number of tobacco users has not changed.
d. the number of adolescent tobacco users decreased, while the number of adult users increased.

please select the best answer from the choices provided.

○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

High taxes raise the price of tobacco products. Economic and public health research shows higher prices reduce demand, leading to fewer people using tobacco, as it becomes less affordable for current and potential users (especially youth, who are price-sensitive).

Answer:

B. The number of tobacco users has decreased.