Beginning from a Point of Long-Run Equilibrium, an Increase in the Market

question 404

Multiple Choice

Beginning from a point of long-run equilibrium, an increase in the market demand for wheat would result in

• A) an increase in the market price of wheat.
• B) existing wheat producers increasing output in the short run and earning positive economic profits.
• C) new firms entering the wheat industry in the long run.
• D) all of the above.

Understand the classification and role of firms in an economy.

Identify the different types of markets and their functions (factor, output, and product markets).

Recognize the role and characteristics of entrepreneurs in the business world.

Distinguish between households and firms within an economic framework.

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Definitions:

Effective Interest Rate Method

The method of amortizing discounts and premiums that provides for a constant rate of interest on the carrying amount of the bonds at the beginning of each period; often called simply the “interest method.”

Constant Dollar

A term used in economics to describe a monetary value that has been adjusted for inflation, thereby facilitating comparison of purchasing power over different periods.

Interest Expense

The cost incurred by an entity for borrowed funds, often reported on the income statement as a non-operating expense.

Unamortized Premium

The portion of the bond premium that has not yet been amortized (expensed) over the life of the bond.