If the goal is to reduce cigarette consumption per smoker through taxation, a federal tax is ______ effective than a state tax.
A) more
B) equally
C) less
D) more or less (depending upon the state)

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A federal tax would apply uniformly across all states, whereas state taxes vary and some states may choose not to implement a cigarette tax at all. Therefore, a federal tax would be more effective in reducing cigarette consumption per smoker through taxation.

If the Goal Is to Reduce Cigarette Consumption Per Smoker