Which of the Following Would Cause a Decrease in the Demand

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would cause a decrease in the demand for fish?

• A)The price of red meat increases.
• B)The price of fish increases.
• C)The price of chicken decreases.
• D)The number of fishing boats decreases.

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