The Shortage Created by a Price Ceiling Will Likely Be

question 147

Multiple Choice

The shortage created by a price ceiling will likely be

• A) smaller if the good is a necessity.
• B) larger if the good is addictive.
• C) smaller if the good is a luxury.
• D) unaffected by the time that has elapsed since the price ceiling is implemented.
• E) None of the above answers is correct.

Understand the definition and measurement of inflation through various indexes like CPI.

Understand and identify different types of unemployment and their implications.

Comprehend the inflation rate calculation and its significance.

Recognize the factors causing inflation (cost-push and demand-pull).

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