In Order for a Price Floor to Be Binding, It

question 71

Multiple Choice

In order for a price floor to be binding, it must be set _______ the equilibrium price, and it will likely cause _______.

• A) above; a shortage
• B) below; a shortage
• C) above; excess supply
• D) below; excess supply

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Definitions:

Economic Functions

Concern the roles and operations of an economy, including production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services among individuals and organizations.

Private Property

A legal designation for the ownership of property by non-governmental legal entities.

Command System

An economic system where production and distribution decisions are made by a central authority.

Central Planning

An economic system in which the government or a central authority makes all decisions about the production and distribution of goods and services.