Which of the Following Statements About the Factors That Influence

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the factors that influence demand is true?

• A)As the price of close substitutes increases, demand for a product increases.
• B)As real consumer income increases, demand for a product increases.
• C)Changing consumer tastes have little impact on demand for a product.
• D)As the availability of close substitutes increases, the demand for a product increases.

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