Which Statement Is FALSE

question 284

Multiple Choice

Which statement is FALSE?

• A) A frost that destroys half the orange crop will create a surplus of oranges.
• B) It is possible to have a shortage of a good even if its supplies are abundant.
• C) Politicians often blame speculators and profiteers for rising prices rather than changes in supply and demand.
• D) To eliminate a shortage, prices must rise.

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