An Example of a Binding Price Ceiling Is

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Multiple Choice

An example of a binding price ceiling is:

• A) a minimum wage law that is set above the equilibrium price.
• B) rent control that is set above the equilibrium price.
• C) a black market that sets the price below the equilibrium price.
• D) a minimum wage law that is set below the equilibrium price.
• E) rent control that is set below the equilibrium price.

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