Which of the Following Is the Most Likely Effect of Higher

question 294

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most likely effect of higher chicken prices on the price and quantity purchased of beef, a substitute product?

• A) The price of beef will increase, and the quantity purchased will fall.
• B) The price of beef will fall, and the quantity purchased will increase.
• C) The price of beef will increase, and the quantity purchased will increase.
• D) The price of beef will fall, and the quantity purchased will fall.

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