If the Supply of a Good Decreased, What Would Be

question 167

Multiple Choice

If the supply of a good decreased, what would be the effect on the equilibrium price and quantity?

• A) Price would increase, and quantity would decrease.
• B) Price would decrease, and quantity would decrease.
• C) Price would increase, and quantity would increase.
• D) Price would decrease, and quantity would increase.

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Definitions:

LIFO

Last In, First Out, an inventory accounting method where the last items placed in inventory are the first ones to be used or sold.

Ending Inventory

Products' value that is available for transaction at the culmination of an economic period.

Merchandise Inventory

Goods held by a business for the purpose of resale to customers in the ordinary course of business.

Incidental Costs

Minor or secondary expenses associated with a larger primary transaction, often unpredictable or non-recurring in nature.