If the Supply of a Good Decreased, What Would Be

question 167

Multiple Choice

If the supply of a good decreased, what would be the effect on the equilibrium price and quantity?

• A) Price would increase, and quantity would decrease.
• B) Price would decrease, and quantity would decrease.
• C) Price would increase, and quantity would increase.
• D) Price would decrease, and quantity would increase.

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Definitions:

Price Inelastic

Describes a situation where the quantity demanded of a good or service is not significantly affected by changes in its price.

Parity Ratio

The ratio used to assess the relative value of two currencies, commodities, or sets of data.

Prices Received

The amounts of money received by producers or sellers for the goods or services they sell, often subject to market conditions and demand.

Agriculture Sector

A segment of the economy focused on the production, processing, and distribution of food, fiber, and other related products.