Use the Following to Answer Questions

question 283

Multiple Choice

Use the following to answer questions
Figure: Determining Surplus and Loss
-(Figure: Determining Surplus and Loss) In the graph,consumer surplus is _____ in equilibrium and _____ at a price of $12.

• A) $40;$160
• B) $80;$80
• C) $160;$40
• D) $320;$210

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Definitions:

Dividend

A portion of a company's earnings that is distributed to shareholders as a return on their investment.

Trading Portfolio

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Fair Value

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Adjusting Entry

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