Which of the Following Is Likely to Explain Why the Demand

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is likely to explain why the demand curve for baked beans, an inferior good, would shift to the right?

• A) An increase in the price of white bread which is consumed with baked beans.
• B) A fall in the average income level of consumers in the economy.
• C) A restriction on imports of baked beans that increases the price.
• D) An increase in the exports of baked beans to other countries.

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