When Supply Shifts Left and Demand Shifts Right

question 30

Multiple Choice

When supply shifts left and demand shifts right,

• A) the equilibrium price always rises.
• B) the equilibrium price always falls.
• C) the equilibrium quantity always falls.
• D) the equilibrium quantity always rises.
• E) the equilibrium price is indeterminate.

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Definitions:

Utility Functions

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A mathematical representation that ranks preferences or satisfaction levels of an individual or household for different bundles of goods and services.

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