Suppose That the Equilibrium Price of Pickles Falls While the Equilibrium

question 181

Multiple Choice

Suppose that the equilibrium price of pickles falls while the equilibrium quantity rises. The most likely explanation for these changes is:

• A)a decrease in demand for pickles.
• B)an increase in demand for pickles.
• C)a decrease in the supply of pickles.
• D)an increase in the supply of pickles.

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