-Refer to Exhibit 3-8

question 149

Multiple Choice

-Refer to Exhibit 3-8.A surplus exists at any price above

• A) $2.00.
• B) $4.50.
• C) $4.00.
• D) $3.50.
• E) $3.00.

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