If the market demand for illegal drugs consists of addicts and those who might experiment with the drug at the right price (casual users), we can say that the seller would

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The seller would be able to price discriminate by charging the addict more than the casual user. Addicts are generally less price sensitive due to their dependence on the drug, while casual users may be more price sensitive and likely to seek out cheaper alternatives. Therefore, the seller can charge more to those who are less price sensitive and can afford to pay more.

If the Market Demand for Illegal Drugs Consists of Addicts