If a Demand Curve and a Supply Curve Can Be

question 84

Multiple Choice

If a demand curve and a supply curve can be stated functionally as Q_D = 500 - 0.1p and Q_S = 440 + 0.4p respectively,then the equilibrium quantity and price would be

• A)Q = 150; p = 150.
• B)Q = 50; p = 176.
• C)Q = 150; p = 485.
• D)Q = 488; p = 120.
• E)Q = 940; p = 0.4.

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