Given the Equations for Demand and Supply: Qd = 48

question 48

Multiple Choice

Given the equations for demand and supply: Qd = 48 − 4P and Qs = 4P − 16, respectively, the market is in equilibrium when the quantity bought and sold is:

• A) 8.
• B) 16.
• C) 24.
• D) 32.

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Definitions:

Net Credit Sales

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Average Inventory

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