A Shortage Exists in a Market If

question 33

Multiple Choice

A shortage exists in a market if

• A)there is an excess supply of the good.
• B)quantity supplied exceeds quantity demanded.
• C)the current price is below its equilibrium price.
• D)All of the above are correct.

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Price

A price point where the supply of goods meets the demand for those goods in the market.

Quantity Supplied

The total amount of a good or service that producers are willing and able to sell at a specific price over a certain period of time.

Usury Laws

Regulations governing the maximum interest rate that can be charged on loans, intended to protect borrowers from excessively high rates.

Rent Control

Government-imposed restrictions on the maximum rent that landlords can charge tenants, usually with the aim of making housing more affordable.