Reference: Ref 8-11 (Figure: Price Ceilings and Consumer Valuation) Refer

question 26

Multiple Choice

Reference: Ref 8-11 (Figure: Price Ceilings and Consumer Valuation) Refer to the figure. Suppose a price ceiling of $3 goes into effect. If the goods sold are allocated to buyers randomly, what is the total consumer surplus in this market?

• A) $90
• B) $120
• C) $30
• D) $150

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