Factor Markets Are Different from Product Markets in an Important

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Multiple Choice

Factor markets are different from product markets in an important way because

• A)equilibrium is the exception, and not the rule, in factor markets.
• B)the demand for a factor of production is a derived demand.
• C)the demand for a factor of production is likely to be upward sloping, in violation of the law of demand.
• D)All of the above are correct.

Distinguish between shifts and pivots of the budget constraint to represent different economic scenarios.

Explain the concept of opportunity cost in the context of budget constraints and consumer choice.

Understand the relationship between budget constraints and the consumer's choice set.

Apply mathematical equations to represent budget constraints and solve for optimal consumer choices.

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