If a Producer Incorrectly Sets the Price of Its Product

question 158

Multiple Choice

If a producer incorrectly sets the price of its product too high:

• A) a shortage (excess demand) will result.
• B) a surplus (excess supply) will result.
• C) equilibrium will result.
• D) the producer will soon shut down.

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