Consider a Market Characterized by the Following Inverse Demand and Supply

question 2

Multiple Choice

Consider a market characterized by the following inverse demand and supply functions: P_X = 10 - 2Q_X and P_X = 2 + 2Q_X. An $8 per unit price floor will result in a

• A)shortage of 1 unit.
• B)surplus of 2 units.
• C)shortage of 3 units.
• D)surplus of 3 units.

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