Oatmeal Is a Normal Good and Cold Cereal Is a Substitute

question 8

Multiple Choice

Oatmeal is a normal good and cold cereal is a substitute for oatmeal. Raisins are a complement for oatmeal. Which of the following increases the demand for oatmeal?

• A)An increase in the price of raisins
• B)A decrease in income
• C)An increase in the price of cold cereal
• D)A decrease in population

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