Quick Poll results from the of OncoFacts 2010
Tobacco use accounts for one-third of the cancer-related deaths in the United States each year. Both the Federal government and states have continued to raise the excise taxes on cigarettes as one of many methods of tobacco control. For every 10% increase in the price of cigarettes, what percentage of cigarette consumption will be reduced in adults and youth?
| 3% to 5% adults, 6% to 7% in youth |
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| 1% to 2% adults, 3% to 4% in youth |
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| 8% to 10% adults, 6% to 7% in youth |
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| There is no effect on tobacco consumption |
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