If a Consumer Places a Value of $15 on a Particular

question 34

Multiple Choice

If a consumer places a value of $15 on a particular good and if the price of the good is $17,then the

• A)consumer has consumer surplus of $2 if he or she buys the good.
• B)consumer does not purchase the good.
• C)market is not a competitive market.
• D)price of the good will fall due to market forces.

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Definitions:

Operating Expenses

Costs associated with a company's main operational activities, excluding direct materials, direct labor, and other direct costs, such as rent, utilities, and salaries.

Gross Profit

A financial measurement obtained by deducting the cost of goods sold from the overall sales revenue.

Written Evidence

Documented proof or records that support claims or events, often used in legal and financial contexts.

Freight-Out

The cost associated with transporting goods from a warehouse to the customer, typically classified as a selling expense.