If a Shortage Exists in a Market,then We Know That

question 22

Multiple Choice

If a shortage exists in a market,then we know that the actual price is

• A)above the equilibrium price,and quantity supplied is greater than quantity demanded.
• B)above the equilibrium price,and quantity demanded is greater than quantity supplied.
• C)below the equilibrium price,and quantity demanded is greater than quantity supplied.
• D)below the equilibrium price,and quantity supplied is greater than quantity demanded.

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Definitions:

Capital Balances

Refers to the amounts recorded in the equity section of a company's balance sheet, representing the funds contributed by owners plus retained earnings.

Income Ratio

A financial metric used to evaluate a company's profitability by comparing its income to another metric, such as sales or assets, to assess efficiency and performance.

Capital Balance

Capital balance represents the amount of money that stakeholders have invested in a company. This can also refer to the amount of equity a company has.

Replacement Cost

The cost to replace an asset with another of similar function and quality in current market conditions.