Around Easter Time, the Price of Eggs Rises

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Essay

Around Easter time, the price of eggs rises. Some consumers complain about this and claim stores are 'price gouging.' Are there any positive functions played by the higher price of eggs around Easter? What would happen if the price of eggs were not permitted to rise by law?

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