Which of the Following Would Lead to a Short-Run Market

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would lead to a short-run market surplus for tomatoes?

• A)The price of tomatoes increases.
• B)A new government study shows that tomatoes have a greater risk of contamination from salmonella.
• C)An increase in the price of potatoes.
• D)A decrease in the number of tomato growers.

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Output Per Worker

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Technology Level

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