The Manager of Paul's Fruit and Vegetable Store Is Considering

question 14

Multiple Choice

The manager of Paul's fruit and vegetable store is considering the purchase of a new seedless watermelon from a wholesale distributor. Because this seedless watermelon costs $4,will sell for $7,and is highly perishable,he expects only to sell between six and nine of them. What is the opportunity loss for purchasing six watermelons when the demand is for six watermelons?

• A)0
• B)3
• C)4
• D)6

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Definitions:

Eliminating The Shortage

Actions or policies aimed at resolving the situation where demand exceeds supply for a good or service, usually by increasing supply or reducing demand to restore market equilibrium.

Surplus Of Product

A situation in which the quantity of a product supplied exceeds the quantity demanded, typically resulting in excess stock.

Equilibrium Level

The condition where the supply and demand in the market are equal, leading to steady prices and quantities.

Demand Curve

A graphical representation that shows the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity demanded by consumers.