Using Supply and Demand Curve Analysis, the Triangular Area Above

question 155

Multiple Choice

Using supply and demand curve analysis, the triangular area above the equilibrium price and under the demand curve is:

• A) consumer surplus.
• B) producer surplus.
• C) marginal cost.
• D) deadweight loss.

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