What does it mean when traders are indifferent?

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The discussion centers on the concept of trader indifference in the context of tax revenue, supply and demand curves, and trading behavior. Specifically, it addresses the scenario where traders who are indifferent between trading and not trading choose not to engage in trading activities. This leads to a prediction of zero tax revenue for the government, as no trades occur. The confusion arises from interpreting the implications of trader indifference and its effect on market dynamics and tax outcomes.

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I have attached a picture of the question that deals with taxes, supply and demand curves and tax revenue.

I don't understand what the question is asking. There is another version of this:
"suppose that traders who are indifferent between trading and not trading do not trade. What is the predicted tax revenue for the government?"

I don't understand what the different between the two is.
 

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theBEAST said:
I have attached a picture of the question that deals with taxes, supply and demand curves and tax revenue.

I don't understand what the question is asking. There is another version of this:
"suppose that traders who are indifferent between trading and not trading do not trade. What is the predicted tax revenue for the government?"

I don't understand what the different between the two is.

I believe what they are meaning by "indifferent" is neither making or losing money by trading. Although that graph is a little hard for me to understand as it doesn't make much sense. Maybe I am looking at it wrong?
 

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