How to use this tool
Check the units, enter your values, and run the tool. Results follow the assumptions and method below.
Calculation method
Deadweight loss
0.5*(efficient-actual)*wedgeDeadweight Loss (DWL) Calculator
Triangular welfare-loss area for linear supply and demand, covering reductions below efficient trade only.
Triangular welfare-loss area for linear supply and demand, covering reductions below efficient trade only.
Result
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