If There Is an Increase in Demand (Parallel Shift of Demand

question 69

Multiple Choice

If there is an increase in demand (parallel shift of demand to the right) ,assuming a positively sloped supply curve and a negatively sloped demand curve,total surplus:

• A)will increase.
• B)will decrease.
• C)will remain the same.
• D)may change,but we can't tell how.

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Definitions:

Supply Curve

A graphical representation showing the relationship between the quantity of goods suppliers are willing to sell and the price of those goods.

Expansion Of Production

The increase in the output of goods and services by a firm or economy, typically involving larger quantities of products or expansion into new markets.

Production Costs

The total expenses incurred in the manufacture of a product, including raw materials, labor, and overheads.

Marginal Cost

The cost incurred by producing one more unit of a product or service.