In General, When the Supply Curve Shifts to the Left

question 76

Multiple Choice

In general, when the supply curve shifts to the left and demand is constant then:

• A)the market cannot reestablish an equilibrium.
• B)the equilibrium price will fall.
• C)the equilibrium quantity will rise.
• D)the equilibrium price will rise.

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