If Tastes Change So That a Particular Style of Boots

question 147

Multiple Choice

If tastes change so that a particular style of boots is now considered more appealing,the likely result is

• A)a shift in the demand curve to the right.
• B)a shift in the demand curve to the left.
• C)a movement down the demand curve.
• D)a movement up the demand curve.
• E)no change in the demand curve.

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Definitions:

Long Run

a period in which all factors of production and costs are variable, allowing firms to adjust all inputs.

Monopolistically Competitive

Describes a market structure where many firms sell products that are similar but not identical, allowing for product differentiation and some degree of market power.

Normal Profit

The minimum level of profit needed for a company to remain competitive in the market, equating to its opportunity costs.

Economic Profit

The surplus remaining after total costs (including both explicit and implicit costs) are subtracted from total revenues, reflecting the opportunity costs of all resources.