Q16 please help fast all info is there!  Suppose the utility function of U(x1, *2) = x1/2x21/2 and the budget constraint of p1x1+P2X2=m. From the previous question, let's assume that the consumer needs to pay $1 quantity tax on good 1 p1+t=$2, p2=$2, and m=$120. Find the new optimal bundle.

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Suppose the utility function of U(x1, *2) = x1/2x21/2 and the budget constraint of p1x1+P2X2=m.

From the previous question, let's assume that the consumer needs to pay $1 quantity tax on good 1 p1+t=$2, p2=$2, and m=$120. Find the new optimal bundle.

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