What Is the Difference Between a Derived Demand Curve and a Direct

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Multiple Choice

What is the difference between a derived demand curve and a direct demand curve?

• A)Derived demand is unknown, whereas direct demand is known.
• B)Derived demand is unobservable, whereas direct demand is observable.
• C)Derived demand is demand determined by the demand for another good, whereas direct demand is demand for a good itself.
• D)Derived and direct demand are both terms referring to the same thing.

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