A Leftward Shift in the Demand Curve Is Called

question 224

Multiple Choice

A leftward shift in the demand curve is called:

• A) ​a decrease in demand.
• B) ​a decrease in output.
• C) ​an increase in demand.
• D) ​an increase in income.

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Definitions:

Variable Expenses

Costs that change in proportion to the activity or volume of production in a business.

Variable Expense Ratio

The proportion of variable expenses to total sales, indicating how variable costs change with changes in sales volume.

Unit Contribution Margin

The difference between the selling price per unit and the variable cost per unit. This margin helps determine how each unit sold contributes to fixed costs and profits.

Per Unit

Denotes the cost or value associated with each individual unit of a product or service.