Currently, when a consumer purchases a "green" automobile, the U.S. government gives the consumer a rebate. When the rebate program expires, we would expect

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When the rebate program expires, the effective price of "green" automobiles for consumers increases, as they no longer receive the rebate. This typically leads to a decrease in consumer surplus because consumers are either paying more for the same product or some consumers are priced out of the market, reducing the overall satisfaction or benefit consumers derive from purchasing "green" automobiles.

Currently, When a Consumer Purchases a "Green" Automobile, the U