Suppose That Because of Unseasonably Cold Weather in Florida, a Significant

question 187

Multiple Choice

Suppose that because of unseasonably cold weather in Florida, a significant portion of the orange crop has been lost to freezing temperatures. This statement means that

• A) the demand for oranges will rise.
• B) the equilibrium quantity of oranges will rise.
• C) the amount of oranges available at various prices will decline.
• D) the price of oranges will fall.

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