Use the Following Information to Answer the Following Questions

question 60

Multiple Choice

Use the following information to answer the following questions.
Market for a new hardcover book:
Demand: Q_d = 325 - 8P
Supply: Q_s = -60 + 3P
-What would be the equilibrium price for hardcover books?

• A) $100
• B) $45
• C) $385
• D) $35
• E) $11

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Labor Force

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