The Equilibrium Point in the Market Is Where S and D

question 118

Multiple Choice

The equilibrium point in the market is where S and D curve intersect. Refer to the graph above. At equilibrium, the producer surplus would be represented by the area:

• A) b
• B) b + c
• C) a + b
• D) b + c + d

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