Assignment title: Information
Task:Assignment 1 consists of two problem questions (worth 5 marks each) based on text material. Text material which may be relevant to this question may be drawn primarily from any of Text chapters 1, 2, 3 and 4.Answer the following:Question 1 (5 marks)You have been employed as an economist to advise the Department of Health and the federal government about the following issue. The minister has argued that raising the tax on alcohol is the most effective way to reduce alcohol abuse in our society. Do you agree or disagree? Explain why or why not.Question 2 (5 marks)Explain the difference between comparative advantage and absolute advantage. Rationale:The question addresses the following learning outcomes:•be able to apply demand and supply analysis to make a range of market related decisions•be able to identify and critically evaluate opportunities for specialisation and exchange.•be able to make decisions that incorporate the relevant benefits and cost analysis