Suppose a Consumer Values a Certain 19-Inch Television Set at $150,and

question 4

Multiple Choice

Suppose a consumer values a certain 19-inch television set at $150,and the seller is unwilling to sell the set for less than $200.These values imply that:

• A) it is efficient for the seller to charge a price of $0.
• B) it is efficient for the seller to charge any price greater than $0 and less than $150.
• C) it is efficient for the seller to charge any price greater than or equal to $150 and less than or equal to $200.
• D) it is not efficient for a transaction to take place.

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