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question 116

Multiple Choice

Figure 3-8

-Refer to Figure 3-8.The graph in this figure illustrates an initial competitive equilibrium in the market for sugar at the intersection of D₁ and S₁ (point A) . If there is an increase in the price of fertilizer used on sugar cane and there is a decrease in tastes for sugar-sweetened soft drinks, how will the equilibrium point change?

• A)The equilibrium point will move from A to B.
• B)The equilibrium point will move from A to C.
• C)There will be no change in the equilibrium point.
• D)The equilibrium point will move from A to E.

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