In a Competitive Market, When Price Is Below the Equilibrium

question 75

Multiple Choice

In a competitive market, when price is below the equilibrium price, there will be pressure for the price to:

• A) fall.
• B) stay the same.
• C) rise.
• D) change only if demand and/or supply change.

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