Assume the Supply Function of Ice Cream Is Written As

question 221

Multiple Choice

Assume the supply function of ice cream is written as: Qs = 100 + 20P - 10Pm,where Qs is the quantity supplied,P is price of ice cream,and Pm is the price of milk ($/gallon) .If milk price increases by $2/gallon due to the policy change,how will the Qs change?

• A)decreases by 20
• B)increases by 20
• C)decreases by 10
• D)increases by 10

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