When Government Imposes Price Controls in a Market

question 177

Multiple Choice

When government imposes price controls in a market,

• A) non-price factors become more important in the rationing of the good.
• B) efficiency in the market is enhanced.
• C) shortages and surpluses are eliminated.
• D) buyers and sellers both become better off.

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