Suppliers Recognize There Is a Shortage in the Market for Their

question 106

Multiple Choice

Suppliers recognize there is a shortage in the market for their product when they notice that

• A) the quantity supplied exceeds the quantity demanded.
• B) the quantity demanded is falling.
• C) inventories are falling.
• D) production exceeds new orders for the product.
• E) government economists announce a shortage exists.

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Definitions:

Discount Period

A certain number of days after the invoice date, during which a buyer may receive a cash discount. The time between a note’s discount date and its maturity date.

Trade Discount

A reduction in price given by a seller to a buyer, usually based on the quantity purchased or agreed upon terms, not reflected in the invoice amount.

Net Price

The actual price paid for a product or service after deducting any discounts, rebates, or allowances.

Discount Method

A valuation approach that calculates the present value of future cash flows by applying a discount rate.