A Price Ceiling Creates a ________ When It Is Set

question 213

Multiple Choice

A price ceiling creates a ________ when it is set ________.

• A) surplus; below the equilibrium price
• B) surplus; above the equilibrium price
• C) shortage; below the equilibrium price
• D) shortage; above the equilibrium price

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