How Has the Growing Popularity of Factory Outlet Stores Affected

question 5

Multiple Choice

How has the growing popularity of factory outlet stores affected the market for clothing at retail department stores?

• A)the demand curve for clothing at retail department stores shifts to the right.
• B)the demand curve for clothing at retail department stores shifts to the left.
• C)the supply curve for clothing at retail department stores shifts to the right.
• D)the supply curve for clothing at retail department stores shifts to the left.

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