Figure 6.9 -The Following Diagram Shows the Demand Curve for Medical Benefits.A

question 116

True/False

Figure 6.9

-The following diagram shows the demand curve for medical benefits.A $1 payment for services would reduce consumer surplus,yet would still leave beneficiaries with a substantial consumer surplus.

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