Studies Show That the Demand Curve for Peas Has Shifted

question 16

Multiple Choice

Studies show that the demand curve for peas has shifted.Which of the following explanations would you reject first?

• A)The price of string beans has changed.
• B)The demand for corn has changed.
• C)The demand for string beans has changed.
• D)The income of consumers has changed.
• E)The price of peas has changed.

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