Deck 4: Equilibrium- How Supply and Demand

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سؤال
A shortage of a good occurs when:

A) the quantity supplied equals the quantity demanded.
B) the quantity supplied is greater than the quantity demanded.
C) the quantity supplied is less than the quantity demanded.
D) supply does not exist.
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سؤال
If the market for iPads experiences a surplus,then the:

A) supply of iPads will fall.
B) demand for iPads will rise.
C) price of iPads will rise.
D) price of iPads will fall.
سؤال
A market can be described by the equations Qd = 100 - P and Qs = P.What are the equilibrium price and quantity in this market?

A) The equilibrium price is $50 and the equilibrium quantity is 50 units.
B) The equilibrium price is $100 and the equilibrium quantity is 100 units.
C) The equilibrium price is $0 and the equilibrium quantity is 0 units.
D) The equilibrium price is $0 and the equilibrium quantity is 100 units.
سؤال
Suppose that the equilibrium price in the market is $10.If the current market price is $7.50:

A) the equilibrium price will fall to $7.50.
B) competition among buyers will increase the current price.
C) the current price will fall below $7.50 as sellers compete for market share.
D) There is not enough information provided to answer the question.
سؤال
If sellers want to sell more products than buyers are willing to purchase,we know that:

A) the current price is less than the equilibrium price.
B) quantity demanded exceeds quantity supplied.
C) the current price is greater than the equilibrium price.
D) the demand curve will likely increase.
سؤال
A free market achieves an equilibrium price and quantity due to:

A) the combined actions of buyers and sellers.
B) increased competition among sellers.
C) government regulations placed on market participants.
D) buyers' ability to affect market outcomes.
سؤال
For each good produced in a free market economy,demand and supply determine:

A) the price of the good,but not the quantity.
B) the quantity of the good,but not the price.
C) both the price and the quantity of the good.
D) neither price nor quantity;sellers determine the price.
سؤال
When there is a shortage of 1,000 units of a particular good:

A) the price of the good will rise.
B) the price of the good will fall.
C) the quantity demanded of the good will equal 1,000 units.
D) there will be no change in the price of the good.
سؤال
A market can be described by the equations Qd = 50 - 3P and Qs = 2P.What are the equilibrium price and quantity in this market?

A) The equilibrium price is $20 and the equilibrium quantity is 10 units.
B) The equilibrium price is $50 and the equilibrium quantity is 100 units.
C) The equilibrium price is $30 and the equilibrium quantity is 10 units.
D) The equilibrium price is $10 and the equilibrium quantity is 20 units.
سؤال
When there is a surplus of a good:

A) sellers will lower the price in order to increase quantity demanded.
B) sellers will raise the price in order to decrease quantity demanded.
C) sellers will compete with buyers.
D) this is an indication the buyers do not value the good.
سؤال
In free markets,shortages lead to:

A) lower prices.
B) higher prices.
C) surpluses.
D) unexploited gains from trade.
سؤال
When the quantity supplied of a good exceeds the quantity demanded,there is a(n):

A) shortage.
B) surplus.
C) equilibrium.
D) opportunity cost.
سؤال
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Figure: Market Equilibrium <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Market Equilibrium   (Figure: Market Equilibrium)Refer to the figure.At a price of $3,quantity supplied is ______ and quantity demanded is ______,leading to a _______.</strong> A) 6;2;surplus of 4 units B) 2;6;shortage of 8 units C) 2;4;surplus of 2 units D) 4;2;shortage of 2 units <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Market Equilibrium)Refer to the figure.At a price of $3,quantity supplied is ______ and quantity demanded is ______,leading to a _______.

A) 6;2;surplus of 4 units
B) 2;6;shortage of 8 units
C) 2;4;surplus of 2 units
D) 4;2;shortage of 2 units
سؤال
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Figure: Market Equilibrium <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Market Equilibrium   (Figure: Market Equilibrium)Refer to the figure.At a price of $1,the market is characterized by a(n):</strong> A) excess supply of 2 units. B) excess demand of 4 units. C) surplus of 4 units. D) shortage of 6 units. <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Market Equilibrium)Refer to the figure.At a price of $1,the market is characterized by a(n):

A) excess supply of 2 units.
B) excess demand of 4 units.
C) surplus of 4 units.
D) shortage of 6 units.
سؤال
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Figure: Market Equilibrium <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Market Equilibrium   (Figure: Market Equilibrium)According to the figure,the equilibrium price and quantity are:</strong> A) $1 and 4 units. B) $4 and 8 units. C) $2 and 4 units. D) $3 and 6 units. <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Market Equilibrium)According to the figure,the equilibrium price and quantity are:

A) $1 and 4 units.
B) $4 and 8 units.
C) $2 and 4 units.
D) $3 and 6 units.
سؤال
The equilibrium price is:

A) stable because at this price the quantity demanded equals the quantity supplied.
B) unstable because at this price the quantity demanded is less than the quantity supplied.
C) unstable because at this price the quantity demanded exceeds the quantity supplied.
D) stable because at this price all buyers are willing and able to pay.
سؤال
Suppose that a market is characterized as follows: consumers are willing and able to purchase 100 units and sellers are willing and able to sell 70 units.Which of the following statements are true?

A) There is a shortage of 30 units.
B) The market is in equilibrium.
C) The price in the market will decrease.
D) Quantity demanded will increase.
سؤال
When a surplus exists in a market,we know that the actual price is:

A) above equilibrium price,and quantity supplied is greater than quantity demanded.
B) above equilibrium price,and quantity demanded is greater than quantity supplied.
C) below equilibrium price,and quantity demanded is greater than quantity supplied.
D) below equilibrium price,and quantity supplied is greater than quantity demanded.
سؤال
In free markets,surpluses lead to:

A) lower prices.
B) higher prices.
C) stable prices.
D) unexploited gains from trade.
سؤال
Figure: Price Adjustment <strong>Figure: Price Adjustment   Refer to the figure.If the price of the product is $14,there is a:</strong> A) shortage of 30 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16. B) surplus of 20 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16. C) shortage of 50 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16. D) surplus of 40 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16. <div style=padding-top: 35px> Refer to the figure.If the price of the product is $14,there is a:

A) shortage of 30 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16.
B) surplus of 20 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16.
C) shortage of 50 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16.
D) surplus of 40 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16.
سؤال
The yearly shortage of Super Bowl tickets implies that the price of Super Bowl tickets is:

A) set at the equilibrium price since they always sell out.
B) above the equilibrium price.
C) below the equilibrium price.
D) not set by supply and demand,but instead set by the NFL.
سؤال
When there is a shortage,sellers have an incentive to ______ their price and buyers have an incentive to offer a ______ price.

A) increase;lower
B) decrease;lower
C) decrease;higher
D) increase;higher
سؤال
If the market price is below the equilibrium price,which of the following will occur?

A) Quantity demanded will exceed quantity supplied and the market price will eventually fall.
B) Quantity demanded will exceed quantity supplied and the market price will eventually rise.
C) Quantity supplied will exceed quantity demanded and the market price will eventually fall.
D) Quantity supplied will exceed quantity demanded and the market price will eventually rise.
سؤال
A surplus occurs when:

A) workers are more productive than expected.
B) the quantity supplied is greater than the quantity demanded.
C) more people want to buy a good than want to sell it.
D) a market is at equilibrium.
سؤال
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Figure: Basic Supply and Demand <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Basic Supply and Demand   (Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,which of the following statements is TRUE?</strong> A) When the price is $3,the quantity demanded exceeds the quantity supplied by 60 units. B) When the price is $2,the quantity demanded exceeds the quantity supplied by 40 units. C) When the price is $4,the quantity demanded is less than the quantity supplied by 40 units. D) When the price is $2,there is a tendency for the price to rise in the future. <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,which of the following statements is TRUE?

A) When the price is $3,the quantity demanded exceeds the quantity supplied by 60 units.
B) When the price is $2,the quantity demanded exceeds the quantity supplied by 40 units.
C) When the price is $4,the quantity demanded is less than the quantity supplied by 40 units.
D) When the price is $2,there is a tendency for the price to rise in the future.
سؤال
If there is a surplus of a good,sellers will:

A) lower the price in order to increase quantity demanded.
B) raise the price in order to decrease quantity demanded.
C) compete with buyers.
D) know that the buyers overvalue the good.
سؤال
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Figure: Price and Quantity 1 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 1   (Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at which price is there a surplus?</strong> A) $80 B) $50 C) $40 D) $0 <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at which price is there a surplus?

A) $80
B) $50
C) $40
D) $0
سؤال
If the price of Nike Air Force 1 sneakers is below the equilibrium price:

A) competition will eventually push the price up.
B) there will be a surplus of sneakers.
C) quantity demanded will increase as the price rises to meet the equilibrium price.
D) quantity supplied will be greater than quantity demanded.
سؤال
A shortage occurs when:

A) the price of a good is too high.
B) a market is at equilibrium.
C) the quantity supplied is zero.
D) the quantity demanded is greater than the quantity supplied.
سؤال
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Figure: Chocolate <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Chocolate   (Figure: Chocolate)What is the equilibrium price per pound in the diagram?</strong> A) $4 B) $6 C) $8 D) $10 <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Chocolate)What is the equilibrium price per pound in the diagram?

A) $4
B) $6
C) $8
D) $10
سؤال
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Figure: Basic Supply and Demand <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Basic Supply and Demand   (Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,which of the following statements is TRUE?</strong> A) The equilibrium price is $3,and the equilibrium quantity is 60 units. B) The equilibrium price is $4,and the equilibrium quantity is 60 units. C) The equilibrium price is $2,and the equilibrium quantity is 40 units. D) The equilibrium price is $3,and the equilibrium quantity is 50 units. <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,which of the following statements is TRUE?

A) The equilibrium price is $3,and the equilibrium quantity is 60 units.
B) The equilibrium price is $4,and the equilibrium quantity is 60 units.
C) The equilibrium price is $2,and the equilibrium quantity is 40 units.
D) The equilibrium price is $3,and the equilibrium quantity is 50 units.
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Figure: Basic Supply and Demand <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Basic Supply and Demand   (Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,the market price is stable only at a price of:</strong> A) $2. B) $3. C) $4. D) $50. <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,the market price is stable only at a price of:

A) $2.
B) $3.
C) $4.
D) $50.
سؤال
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Figure: Chocolate <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Chocolate   (Figure: Chocolate)If the price in the diagram is $5,what will happen?</strong> A) The price will increase because of a shortage. B) The price will decrease because of a shortage. C) The price will increase because of a surplus. D) The price will decrease because of a surplus. <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Chocolate)If the price in the diagram is $5,what will happen?

A) The price will increase because of a shortage.
B) The price will decrease because of a shortage.
C) The price will increase because of a surplus.
D) The price will decrease because of a surplus.
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Figure: Basic Supply and Demand <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Basic Supply and Demand   (Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,if the market price is $2,then there is a:</strong> A) surplus of 60 units. B) surplus of 20 units. C) shortage of 20 units. D) market equilibrium. <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,if the market price is $2,then there is a:

A) surplus of 60 units.
B) surplus of 20 units.
C) shortage of 20 units.
D) market equilibrium.
سؤال
The equilibrium price is:

A) the price at which quantity demanded is equal to quantity supplied.
B) never higher than what most consumers are willing to pay.
C) unstable.
D) the highest price at which all consumers can afford a good.
سؤال
When there is a surplus,sellers have an incentive to ______ their price and buyers have an incentive to offer a ______ price.

A) increase;lower
B) decrease;lower
C) increase;higher
D) decrease;higher
سؤال
If the market price is above the equilibrium price,which of the following will occur?

A) Quantity demanded will exceed quantity supplied and the market price will eventually fall.
B) Quantity demanded will exceed quantity supplied and the market price will eventually rise.
C) Quantity supplied will exceed quantity demanded and the market price will eventually fall.
D) Quantity supplied will exceed quantity demanded,and the market price will eventually rise.
سؤال
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Figure: Price and Quantity 1 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 1   (Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at a price of $80,the quantity demanded is ______,the quantity supplied is ______,and there is ______.</strong> A) 20;80;a surplus of 60 units B) 80;20,a surplus of 60 units C) 80;20,a shortage of 60 units D) 20;20;no surplus or shortage <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at a price of $80,the quantity demanded is ______,the quantity supplied is ______,and there is ______.

A) 20;80;a surplus of 60 units
B) 80;20,a surplus of 60 units
C) 80;20,a shortage of 60 units
D) 20;20;no surplus or shortage
سؤال
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Figure: Price and Quantity 1 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 1   (Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at which price is quantity demanded equal to the quantity supplied?</strong> A) $40 B) $50 C) $60 D) $80 <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at which price is quantity demanded equal to the quantity supplied?

A) $40
B) $50
C) $60
D) $80
سؤال
If a market has a surplus,how will the market respond?

A) The price will fall and the quantity supplied will fall.
B) The price will fall and the quantity supplied will rise.
C) The price will rise and the quantity supplied will fall.
D) The price will rise and the quantity supplied will rise.
سؤال
In a free market equilibrium,prices and quantities are uniquely:

A) stable.
B) unstable.
C) moving in the "right" direction.
D) moving in the "wrong" direction.
سؤال
How is a class in which students are graded on a curve like a competitive market?

A) In both cases,the quantity supplied equals the quantity demanded.
B) In a competitive market,demanders compete against one another for goods,the same way students compete for grades.
C) In a competitive market,demanders compete against suppliers for goods,the same way students compete for grades.
D) If the price is too high,demanders should blame suppliers,the same way students should blame professors for bad grades.
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Figure: Demand and Supply <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Demand and Supply   (Figure: Demand and Supply)Refer to the figure.At the equilibrium quantity,total surplus is:</strong> A) $960. B) $480. C) $320. D) $240 <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Demand and Supply)Refer to the figure.At the equilibrium quantity,total surplus is:

A) $960.
B) $480.
C) $320.
D) $240
سؤال
In a free market setting where quantity supplied is 50 units and quantity demanded is 40 units,price will:

A) rise.
B) fall.
C) remain the same.
D) move in an indeterminate direction.
سؤال
Imagine a free market in which quantity supplied is 50 units and quantity demanded is 50 units at the current price.The market is experiencing a(n):

A) equilibrium.
B) surplus.
C) shortage.
D) shift.
سؤال
Imagine a free market in which quantity supplied is 40 units and quantity demanded is 50 units at the current price.The market is experiencing a(n):

A) equilibrium.
B) surplus.
C) shortage.
D) shift.
سؤال
In a competitive market:

A) buyers compete with other buyers,and sellers compete with other sellers.
B) buyers compete with sellers,and sellers compete with buyers.
C) sellers alone determine the equilibrium price.
D) buyers alone determine the equilibrium price.
سؤال
Imagine a free market in which quantity supplied is 50 units and quantity demanded is 40 units at the current price.The market is experiencing a(n):

A) equilibrium.
B) surplus.
C) shortage.
D) shift.
سؤال
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Figure: Price and Quantity 1 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 1   (Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at a price of $40,the quantity demanded is ______,the quantity supplied is ______,and there is a ______.</strong> A) 40;60;surplus of 20 units B) 80;20;shortage of 60 units C) 60;40;shortage of 20 units D) 20;60;surplus of 40 units <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at a price of $40,the quantity demanded is ______,the quantity supplied is ______,and there is a ______.

A) 40;60;surplus of 20 units
B) 80;20;shortage of 60 units
C) 60;40;shortage of 20 units
D) 20;60;surplus of 40 units
سؤال
Imagine a free market in which at a price of $10,quantity supplied is 40 units and quantity demanded is 50 units.Equilibrium price in this market:

A) is equal to $10.
B) is less than $10.
C) is greater than $10.
D) differs from $10 in an indeterminate direction.
سؤال
When there is a shortage in the market,competition will:

A) drive the price down to the equilibrium price.
B) drive the price up to the equilibrium price.
C) cause the demand curve to shift right.
D) cause the supply curve to increase.
سؤال
In a free market setting where quantity supplied is 40 units and quantity demanded is 50 units,price will:

A) rise.
B) fall.
C) remain the same.
D) move in an indeterminate direction.
سؤال
Imagine a free market in which at a price of $10,quantity supplied is 50 units and quantity demanded is 40 units.Equilibrium price in this market:

A) is equal to $10.
B) is less than $10.
C) is greater than $10.
D) differs from $10 in an indeterminate direction.
سؤال
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Figure: Demand and Supply <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Demand and Supply   (Figure: Demand and Supply)Refer to the figure.Which statement is TRUE?</strong> A) The gains from trade are maximized at 20 units of output. B) At 16 units of output,there are unexploited gains from trade. C) Buyers are willing to pay $20 for the 16th unit of output and it costs sellers $60 to produce that unit. D) A free market is likely to produce less than 12 units of output. <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Demand and Supply)Refer to the figure.Which statement is TRUE?

A) The gains from trade are maximized at 20 units of output.
B) At 16 units of output,there are unexploited gains from trade.
C) Buyers are willing to pay $20 for the 16th unit of output and it costs sellers $60 to produce that unit.
D) A free market is likely to produce less than 12 units of output.
سؤال
Gains from trade are maximized at the:

A) equilibrium price and quantity.
B) midpoint on the demand curve.
C) point at which output is maximized.
D) vertical intercept on the supply curve.
سؤال
When there is an excess supply in the market,competition will:

A) drive the price down to the equilibrium price.
B) drive the price up to the equilibrium price.
C) cause the demand curve to shift right.
D) cause the supply curve to increase.
سؤال
In a free market setting where quantity supplied is 50 units and quantity demanded is 50 units,price will:

A) rise.
B) fall.
C) remain the same.
D) move in an indeterminate direction.
سؤال
Imagine a free market in which at a price of $10,quantity supplied is 50 units and quantity demanded is 50 units.Equilibrium price in this market:

A) is equal to $10.
B) is less than $10.
C) is greater than $10.
D) differs from $10 in an indeterminate direction.
سؤال
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Figure: Gains from Trade <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Gains from Trade   (Figure: Gains from Trade)Refer to the figure.What are the unexploited gains from trade at the free market equilibrium?</strong> A) $1,000 B) $500 C) $0 D) $1,500 <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Gains from Trade)Refer to the figure.What are the unexploited gains from trade at the free market equilibrium?

A) $1,000
B) $500
C) $0
D) $1,500
سؤال
When a market is competitive:

A) buyers compete with sellers to try to get lower prices.
B) buyers compete with other buyers,raising prices;and sellers compete with sellers,lowering prices.
C) everybody competes with everybody else.
D) buyers compete with sellers and sellers compete with one another,but buyers do not compete with one another.
سؤال
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Figure: Price and Quantity 3 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 3   (Figure: Price and Quantity 3)The value of wasted resources at a quantity of 80 units in the diagram is:</strong> A) $800. B) $900. C) $600. D) $200. <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Price and Quantity 3)The value of wasted resources at a quantity of 80 units in the diagram is:

A) $800.
B) $900.
C) $600.
D) $200.
سؤال
Gains from trade will be maximized at the free market equilibrium price and quantity because the supply of goods is:

A) bought by the buyers who have the highest willingness to pay.
B) bought by the buyers who have the lowest willingness to pay.
C) sold by the sellers with the highest opportunity cost.
D) sold by the sellers that minimize producer surplus.
سؤال
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Figure: Price and Quantity 3 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 3   (Figure: Price and Quantity 3)At a quantity of 80 units in the figure,it cost sellers ______ to produce the last unit,but buyers value this last unit at ______.</strong> A) $80;$50 B) $50;$20 C) $20;$80 D) $80;$20 <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Price and Quantity 3)At a quantity of 80 units in the figure,it cost sellers ______ to produce the last unit,but buyers value this last unit at ______.

A) $80;$50
B) $50;$20
C) $20;$80
D) $80;$20
سؤال
Gains from trade are maximized when:

A) the market price is higher than the equilibrium price.
B) the market price is less than the equilibrium price.
C) the market price is equal to the equilibrium price.
D) there are additional potential trades available that have not been completed.
سؤال
Gains from trade are maximized in a competitive market when:

A) quantity supplied equals quantity demanded.
B) quantity supplied exceeds quantity demanded.
C) quantity demanded exceeds quantity supplied.
D) quantity supplied equals zero.
سؤال
Figure: Basic Supply and Demand M <strong>Figure: Basic Supply and Demand M   In a free market,as illustrated in the diagram,total gains from trade are greatest when:</strong> A) 60 units are sold at a price of $2. B) 40 units are sold at a price of $3. C) 60 units are sold at a price of $4. D) 50 units are sold at a price of $3. <div style=padding-top: 35px> In a free market,as illustrated in the diagram,total gains from trade are greatest when:

A) 60 units are sold at a price of $2.
B) 40 units are sold at a price of $3.
C) 60 units are sold at a price of $4.
D) 50 units are sold at a price of $3.
سؤال
In a free market in which an equilibrium price and quantity prevails:

A) consumer surplus is less than producer surplus.
B) consumer surplus is greater than producer surplus.
C) consumer surplus is the same as producer surplus.
D) consumer surplus and producer surplus are maximized.
سؤال
When producers produce more than the equilibrium quantity:

A) resources are wasted producing goods at a higher cost than consumers are willing to pay.
B) the market is operating at an abnormally high level of efficiency.
C) sellers have an incentive to reduce their price.
D) buyers have an incentive to offer a higher price.
سؤال
Figure: Supply and Demand 1 <strong>Figure: Supply and Demand 1   At a market quantity of 5,the shaded region in the figure represents:</strong> A) satisfied wants. B) unexploited gains from trade. C) the value of wasted resources. D) willingness to pay. <div style=padding-top: 35px> At a market quantity of 5,the shaded region in the figure represents:

A) satisfied wants.
B) unexploited gains from trade.
C) the value of wasted resources.
D) willingness to pay.
سؤال
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Figure: Price and Quantity 2 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 2   (Figure: Price and Quantity 2)At a cost of $20 per unit in the diagram,the value of the unexploited gains from trade is:</strong> A) $200. B) $500. C) $600. D) $900. <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Price and Quantity 2)At a cost of $20 per unit in the diagram,the value of the unexploited gains from trade is:

A) $200.
B) $500.
C) $600.
D) $900.
سؤال
The equilibrium quantity is the quantity at which:

A) consumers' willingness to pay equals producers' willingness to sell.
B) buyers have no unsatisfied wants.
C) gains from trade are minimized.
D) suppliers' production is maximized.
سؤال
When the price of a good equals the equilibrium price:

A) there will still be some wasted resources.
B) gains from trade are minimized.
C) opportunity cost is minimized.
D) there are no unexploited gains from trade.
سؤال
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Figure: Price and Quantity 2 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 2   (Figure: Price and Quantity 2)At a cost of $20 per unit in the diagram,the value of the unexploited gains from trade is represented by areas:</strong> A) A + B + E. B) A + B + C + D. C) E + F. D) B + C + E + F. <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Price and Quantity 2)At a cost of $20 per unit in the diagram,the value of the unexploited gains from trade is represented by areas:

A) A + B + E.
B) A + B + C + D.
C) E + F.
D) B + C + E + F.
سؤال
Tim values treats for his dog at $10 per box,and John values them at $6 per box.If the price of dog treats is $3 per box but only one box is available between these two buyers,then gains from trade will be maximized when:

A) Tim buys the treats.
B) John buys the treats.
C) either buys the treats,since they both value them more than the market price.
D) consumer surplus is equal to $3.
سؤال
Why is consuming a quantity above equilibrium wasteful?

A) because there are willing buyers of the good who do not purchase it
B) because resources are used without making society better off
C) because it creates a shortage,which generates waste
D) because it creates a surplus,which generates waste
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Figure: Gains from Trade <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Gains from Trade   (Figure: Gains from Trade)Refer to the figure.What are the total gains from trade at the free market equilibrium?</strong> A) $1,000 B) $500 C) $0 D) $1,500 <div style=padding-top: 35px>
(Figure: Gains from Trade)Refer to the figure.What are the total gains from trade at the free market equilibrium?

A) $1,000
B) $500
C) $0
D) $1,500
سؤال
In a free market when there are unexploited gains from trade:

A) the market is slow to adjust to this situation.
B) there are sellers who are unwilling to sell at prices buyers are willing to pay.
C) there are buyers who are willing to pay more for goods than sellers are asking.
D) an equilibrium price and quantity have been reached.
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(Figure: Price and Quantity 2)At a cost of $20 per unit in the diagram,the demanders whose wants are satisfied are represented by the section of the demand curve between a price of:

A) $100 and $80.
B) $100 and $50.
C) $0 and $100.
D) $20 and $80.
سؤال
It costs suppliers $1 to produce each additional widget,and widgets sell for $2.Some consumers are not willing to pay $2 for a widget but are nevertheless willing to pay more than $1.Which of the following statements is TRUE?

A) The market is at equilibrium.
B) Suppliers must be reaping big profits.
C) There are unexploited gains from trade.
D) Consumers will bid up prices.
سؤال
For suppliers to sell more than the equilibrium quantity,it would mean that:

A) it costs suppliers less to produce the good than its value to buyers.
B) it costs suppliers more to produce the good than its value to buyers.
C) the gains from trade increase.
D) suppliers gain from trade while buyers are unaffected.
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A shortage of a good occurs when:

A) the quantity supplied equals the quantity demanded.
B) the quantity supplied is greater than the quantity demanded.
C) the quantity supplied is less than the quantity demanded.
D) supply does not exist.
the quantity supplied is less than the quantity demanded.
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If the market for iPads experiences a surplus,then the:

A) supply of iPads will fall.
B) demand for iPads will rise.
C) price of iPads will rise.
D) price of iPads will fall.
price of iPads will fall.
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A market can be described by the equations Qd = 100 - P and Qs = P.What are the equilibrium price and quantity in this market?

A) The equilibrium price is $50 and the equilibrium quantity is 50 units.
B) The equilibrium price is $100 and the equilibrium quantity is 100 units.
C) The equilibrium price is $0 and the equilibrium quantity is 0 units.
D) The equilibrium price is $0 and the equilibrium quantity is 100 units.
The equilibrium price is $50 and the equilibrium quantity is 50 units.
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Suppose that the equilibrium price in the market is $10.If the current market price is $7.50:

A) the equilibrium price will fall to $7.50.
B) competition among buyers will increase the current price.
C) the current price will fall below $7.50 as sellers compete for market share.
D) There is not enough information provided to answer the question.
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If sellers want to sell more products than buyers are willing to purchase,we know that:

A) the current price is less than the equilibrium price.
B) quantity demanded exceeds quantity supplied.
C) the current price is greater than the equilibrium price.
D) the demand curve will likely increase.
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A free market achieves an equilibrium price and quantity due to:

A) the combined actions of buyers and sellers.
B) increased competition among sellers.
C) government regulations placed on market participants.
D) buyers' ability to affect market outcomes.
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For each good produced in a free market economy,demand and supply determine:

A) the price of the good,but not the quantity.
B) the quantity of the good,but not the price.
C) both the price and the quantity of the good.
D) neither price nor quantity;sellers determine the price.
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When there is a shortage of 1,000 units of a particular good:

A) the price of the good will rise.
B) the price of the good will fall.
C) the quantity demanded of the good will equal 1,000 units.
D) there will be no change in the price of the good.
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A market can be described by the equations Qd = 50 - 3P and Qs = 2P.What are the equilibrium price and quantity in this market?

A) The equilibrium price is $20 and the equilibrium quantity is 10 units.
B) The equilibrium price is $50 and the equilibrium quantity is 100 units.
C) The equilibrium price is $30 and the equilibrium quantity is 10 units.
D) The equilibrium price is $10 and the equilibrium quantity is 20 units.
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When there is a surplus of a good:

A) sellers will lower the price in order to increase quantity demanded.
B) sellers will raise the price in order to decrease quantity demanded.
C) sellers will compete with buyers.
D) this is an indication the buyers do not value the good.
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In free markets,shortages lead to:

A) lower prices.
B) higher prices.
C) surpluses.
D) unexploited gains from trade.
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When the quantity supplied of a good exceeds the quantity demanded,there is a(n):

A) shortage.
B) surplus.
C) equilibrium.
D) opportunity cost.
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Figure: Market Equilibrium <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Market Equilibrium   (Figure: Market Equilibrium)Refer to the figure.At a price of $3,quantity supplied is ______ and quantity demanded is ______,leading to a _______.</strong> A) 6;2;surplus of 4 units B) 2;6;shortage of 8 units C) 2;4;surplus of 2 units D) 4;2;shortage of 2 units
(Figure: Market Equilibrium)Refer to the figure.At a price of $3,quantity supplied is ______ and quantity demanded is ______,leading to a _______.

A) 6;2;surplus of 4 units
B) 2;6;shortage of 8 units
C) 2;4;surplus of 2 units
D) 4;2;shortage of 2 units
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Figure: Market Equilibrium <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Market Equilibrium   (Figure: Market Equilibrium)Refer to the figure.At a price of $1,the market is characterized by a(n):</strong> A) excess supply of 2 units. B) excess demand of 4 units. C) surplus of 4 units. D) shortage of 6 units.
(Figure: Market Equilibrium)Refer to the figure.At a price of $1,the market is characterized by a(n):

A) excess supply of 2 units.
B) excess demand of 4 units.
C) surplus of 4 units.
D) shortage of 6 units.
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Figure: Market Equilibrium <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Market Equilibrium   (Figure: Market Equilibrium)According to the figure,the equilibrium price and quantity are:</strong> A) $1 and 4 units. B) $4 and 8 units. C) $2 and 4 units. D) $3 and 6 units.
(Figure: Market Equilibrium)According to the figure,the equilibrium price and quantity are:

A) $1 and 4 units.
B) $4 and 8 units.
C) $2 and 4 units.
D) $3 and 6 units.
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The equilibrium price is:

A) stable because at this price the quantity demanded equals the quantity supplied.
B) unstable because at this price the quantity demanded is less than the quantity supplied.
C) unstable because at this price the quantity demanded exceeds the quantity supplied.
D) stable because at this price all buyers are willing and able to pay.
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Suppose that a market is characterized as follows: consumers are willing and able to purchase 100 units and sellers are willing and able to sell 70 units.Which of the following statements are true?

A) There is a shortage of 30 units.
B) The market is in equilibrium.
C) The price in the market will decrease.
D) Quantity demanded will increase.
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When a surplus exists in a market,we know that the actual price is:

A) above equilibrium price,and quantity supplied is greater than quantity demanded.
B) above equilibrium price,and quantity demanded is greater than quantity supplied.
C) below equilibrium price,and quantity demanded is greater than quantity supplied.
D) below equilibrium price,and quantity supplied is greater than quantity demanded.
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In free markets,surpluses lead to:

A) lower prices.
B) higher prices.
C) stable prices.
D) unexploited gains from trade.
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Figure: Price Adjustment <strong>Figure: Price Adjustment   Refer to the figure.If the price of the product is $14,there is a:</strong> A) shortage of 30 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16. B) surplus of 20 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16. C) shortage of 50 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16. D) surplus of 40 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16. Refer to the figure.If the price of the product is $14,there is a:

A) shortage of 30 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16.
B) surplus of 20 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16.
C) shortage of 50 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16.
D) surplus of 40 units of the product,and the price will rise to $16.
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The yearly shortage of Super Bowl tickets implies that the price of Super Bowl tickets is:

A) set at the equilibrium price since they always sell out.
B) above the equilibrium price.
C) below the equilibrium price.
D) not set by supply and demand,but instead set by the NFL.
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When there is a shortage,sellers have an incentive to ______ their price and buyers have an incentive to offer a ______ price.

A) increase;lower
B) decrease;lower
C) decrease;higher
D) increase;higher
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If the market price is below the equilibrium price,which of the following will occur?

A) Quantity demanded will exceed quantity supplied and the market price will eventually fall.
B) Quantity demanded will exceed quantity supplied and the market price will eventually rise.
C) Quantity supplied will exceed quantity demanded and the market price will eventually fall.
D) Quantity supplied will exceed quantity demanded and the market price will eventually rise.
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A surplus occurs when:

A) workers are more productive than expected.
B) the quantity supplied is greater than the quantity demanded.
C) more people want to buy a good than want to sell it.
D) a market is at equilibrium.
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Figure: Basic Supply and Demand <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Basic Supply and Demand   (Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,which of the following statements is TRUE?</strong> A) When the price is $3,the quantity demanded exceeds the quantity supplied by 60 units. B) When the price is $2,the quantity demanded exceeds the quantity supplied by 40 units. C) When the price is $4,the quantity demanded is less than the quantity supplied by 40 units. D) When the price is $2,there is a tendency for the price to rise in the future.
(Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,which of the following statements is TRUE?

A) When the price is $3,the quantity demanded exceeds the quantity supplied by 60 units.
B) When the price is $2,the quantity demanded exceeds the quantity supplied by 40 units.
C) When the price is $4,the quantity demanded is less than the quantity supplied by 40 units.
D) When the price is $2,there is a tendency for the price to rise in the future.
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If there is a surplus of a good,sellers will:

A) lower the price in order to increase quantity demanded.
B) raise the price in order to decrease quantity demanded.
C) compete with buyers.
D) know that the buyers overvalue the good.
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Figure: Price and Quantity 1 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 1   (Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at which price is there a surplus?</strong> A) $80 B) $50 C) $40 D) $0
(Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at which price is there a surplus?

A) $80
B) $50
C) $40
D) $0
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If the price of Nike Air Force 1 sneakers is below the equilibrium price:

A) competition will eventually push the price up.
B) there will be a surplus of sneakers.
C) quantity demanded will increase as the price rises to meet the equilibrium price.
D) quantity supplied will be greater than quantity demanded.
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A shortage occurs when:

A) the price of a good is too high.
B) a market is at equilibrium.
C) the quantity supplied is zero.
D) the quantity demanded is greater than the quantity supplied.
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Figure: Chocolate <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Chocolate   (Figure: Chocolate)What is the equilibrium price per pound in the diagram?</strong> A) $4 B) $6 C) $8 D) $10
(Figure: Chocolate)What is the equilibrium price per pound in the diagram?

A) $4
B) $6
C) $8
D) $10
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Figure: Basic Supply and Demand <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Basic Supply and Demand   (Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,which of the following statements is TRUE?</strong> A) The equilibrium price is $3,and the equilibrium quantity is 60 units. B) The equilibrium price is $4,and the equilibrium quantity is 60 units. C) The equilibrium price is $2,and the equilibrium quantity is 40 units. D) The equilibrium price is $3,and the equilibrium quantity is 50 units.
(Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,which of the following statements is TRUE?

A) The equilibrium price is $3,and the equilibrium quantity is 60 units.
B) The equilibrium price is $4,and the equilibrium quantity is 60 units.
C) The equilibrium price is $2,and the equilibrium quantity is 40 units.
D) The equilibrium price is $3,and the equilibrium quantity is 50 units.
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Figure: Basic Supply and Demand <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Basic Supply and Demand   (Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,the market price is stable only at a price of:</strong> A) $2. B) $3. C) $4. D) $50.
(Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,the market price is stable only at a price of:

A) $2.
B) $3.
C) $4.
D) $50.
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Figure: Chocolate <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Chocolate   (Figure: Chocolate)If the price in the diagram is $5,what will happen?</strong> A) The price will increase because of a shortage. B) The price will decrease because of a shortage. C) The price will increase because of a surplus. D) The price will decrease because of a surplus.
(Figure: Chocolate)If the price in the diagram is $5,what will happen?

A) The price will increase because of a shortage.
B) The price will decrease because of a shortage.
C) The price will increase because of a surplus.
D) The price will decrease because of a surplus.
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Figure: Basic Supply and Demand <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Basic Supply and Demand   (Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,if the market price is $2,then there is a:</strong> A) surplus of 60 units. B) surplus of 20 units. C) shortage of 20 units. D) market equilibrium.
(Figure: Basic Supply and Demand)In the diagram,if the market price is $2,then there is a:

A) surplus of 60 units.
B) surplus of 20 units.
C) shortage of 20 units.
D) market equilibrium.
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The equilibrium price is:

A) the price at which quantity demanded is equal to quantity supplied.
B) never higher than what most consumers are willing to pay.
C) unstable.
D) the highest price at which all consumers can afford a good.
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When there is a surplus,sellers have an incentive to ______ their price and buyers have an incentive to offer a ______ price.

A) increase;lower
B) decrease;lower
C) increase;higher
D) decrease;higher
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If the market price is above the equilibrium price,which of the following will occur?

A) Quantity demanded will exceed quantity supplied and the market price will eventually fall.
B) Quantity demanded will exceed quantity supplied and the market price will eventually rise.
C) Quantity supplied will exceed quantity demanded and the market price will eventually fall.
D) Quantity supplied will exceed quantity demanded,and the market price will eventually rise.
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Figure: Price and Quantity 1 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 1   (Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at a price of $80,the quantity demanded is ______,the quantity supplied is ______,and there is ______.</strong> A) 20;80;a surplus of 60 units B) 80;20,a surplus of 60 units C) 80;20,a shortage of 60 units D) 20;20;no surplus or shortage
(Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at a price of $80,the quantity demanded is ______,the quantity supplied is ______,and there is ______.

A) 20;80;a surplus of 60 units
B) 80;20,a surplus of 60 units
C) 80;20,a shortage of 60 units
D) 20;20;no surplus or shortage
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Figure: Price and Quantity 1 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 1   (Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at which price is quantity demanded equal to the quantity supplied?</strong> A) $40 B) $50 C) $60 D) $80
(Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at which price is quantity demanded equal to the quantity supplied?

A) $40
B) $50
C) $60
D) $80
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If a market has a surplus,how will the market respond?

A) The price will fall and the quantity supplied will fall.
B) The price will fall and the quantity supplied will rise.
C) The price will rise and the quantity supplied will fall.
D) The price will rise and the quantity supplied will rise.
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In a free market equilibrium,prices and quantities are uniquely:

A) stable.
B) unstable.
C) moving in the "right" direction.
D) moving in the "wrong" direction.
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How is a class in which students are graded on a curve like a competitive market?

A) In both cases,the quantity supplied equals the quantity demanded.
B) In a competitive market,demanders compete against one another for goods,the same way students compete for grades.
C) In a competitive market,demanders compete against suppliers for goods,the same way students compete for grades.
D) If the price is too high,demanders should blame suppliers,the same way students should blame professors for bad grades.
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Figure: Demand and Supply <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Demand and Supply   (Figure: Demand and Supply)Refer to the figure.At the equilibrium quantity,total surplus is:</strong> A) $960. B) $480. C) $320. D) $240
(Figure: Demand and Supply)Refer to the figure.At the equilibrium quantity,total surplus is:

A) $960.
B) $480.
C) $320.
D) $240
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In a free market setting where quantity supplied is 50 units and quantity demanded is 40 units,price will:

A) rise.
B) fall.
C) remain the same.
D) move in an indeterminate direction.
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Imagine a free market in which quantity supplied is 50 units and quantity demanded is 50 units at the current price.The market is experiencing a(n):

A) equilibrium.
B) surplus.
C) shortage.
D) shift.
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Imagine a free market in which quantity supplied is 40 units and quantity demanded is 50 units at the current price.The market is experiencing a(n):

A) equilibrium.
B) surplus.
C) shortage.
D) shift.
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47
In a competitive market:

A) buyers compete with other buyers,and sellers compete with other sellers.
B) buyers compete with sellers,and sellers compete with buyers.
C) sellers alone determine the equilibrium price.
D) buyers alone determine the equilibrium price.
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Imagine a free market in which quantity supplied is 50 units and quantity demanded is 40 units at the current price.The market is experiencing a(n):

A) equilibrium.
B) surplus.
C) shortage.
D) shift.
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Figure: Price and Quantity 1 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 1   (Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at a price of $40,the quantity demanded is ______,the quantity supplied is ______,and there is a ______.</strong> A) 40;60;surplus of 20 units B) 80;20;shortage of 60 units C) 60;40;shortage of 20 units D) 20;60;surplus of 40 units
(Figure: Price and Quantity 1)In the diagram,at a price of $40,the quantity demanded is ______,the quantity supplied is ______,and there is a ______.

A) 40;60;surplus of 20 units
B) 80;20;shortage of 60 units
C) 60;40;shortage of 20 units
D) 20;60;surplus of 40 units
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Imagine a free market in which at a price of $10,quantity supplied is 40 units and quantity demanded is 50 units.Equilibrium price in this market:

A) is equal to $10.
B) is less than $10.
C) is greater than $10.
D) differs from $10 in an indeterminate direction.
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51
When there is a shortage in the market,competition will:

A) drive the price down to the equilibrium price.
B) drive the price up to the equilibrium price.
C) cause the demand curve to shift right.
D) cause the supply curve to increase.
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52
In a free market setting where quantity supplied is 40 units and quantity demanded is 50 units,price will:

A) rise.
B) fall.
C) remain the same.
D) move in an indeterminate direction.
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53
Imagine a free market in which at a price of $10,quantity supplied is 50 units and quantity demanded is 40 units.Equilibrium price in this market:

A) is equal to $10.
B) is less than $10.
C) is greater than $10.
D) differs from $10 in an indeterminate direction.
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Figure: Demand and Supply <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Demand and Supply   (Figure: Demand and Supply)Refer to the figure.Which statement is TRUE?</strong> A) The gains from trade are maximized at 20 units of output. B) At 16 units of output,there are unexploited gains from trade. C) Buyers are willing to pay $20 for the 16th unit of output and it costs sellers $60 to produce that unit. D) A free market is likely to produce less than 12 units of output.
(Figure: Demand and Supply)Refer to the figure.Which statement is TRUE?

A) The gains from trade are maximized at 20 units of output.
B) At 16 units of output,there are unexploited gains from trade.
C) Buyers are willing to pay $20 for the 16th unit of output and it costs sellers $60 to produce that unit.
D) A free market is likely to produce less than 12 units of output.
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Gains from trade are maximized at the:

A) equilibrium price and quantity.
B) midpoint on the demand curve.
C) point at which output is maximized.
D) vertical intercept on the supply curve.
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56
When there is an excess supply in the market,competition will:

A) drive the price down to the equilibrium price.
B) drive the price up to the equilibrium price.
C) cause the demand curve to shift right.
D) cause the supply curve to increase.
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57
In a free market setting where quantity supplied is 50 units and quantity demanded is 50 units,price will:

A) rise.
B) fall.
C) remain the same.
D) move in an indeterminate direction.
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Imagine a free market in which at a price of $10,quantity supplied is 50 units and quantity demanded is 50 units.Equilibrium price in this market:

A) is equal to $10.
B) is less than $10.
C) is greater than $10.
D) differs from $10 in an indeterminate direction.
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Figure: Gains from Trade <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Gains from Trade   (Figure: Gains from Trade)Refer to the figure.What are the unexploited gains from trade at the free market equilibrium?</strong> A) $1,000 B) $500 C) $0 D) $1,500
(Figure: Gains from Trade)Refer to the figure.What are the unexploited gains from trade at the free market equilibrium?

A) $1,000
B) $500
C) $0
D) $1,500
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When a market is competitive:

A) buyers compete with sellers to try to get lower prices.
B) buyers compete with other buyers,raising prices;and sellers compete with sellers,lowering prices.
C) everybody competes with everybody else.
D) buyers compete with sellers and sellers compete with one another,but buyers do not compete with one another.
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Figure: Price and Quantity 3 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 3   (Figure: Price and Quantity 3)The value of wasted resources at a quantity of 80 units in the diagram is:</strong> A) $800. B) $900. C) $600. D) $200.
(Figure: Price and Quantity 3)The value of wasted resources at a quantity of 80 units in the diagram is:

A) $800.
B) $900.
C) $600.
D) $200.
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Gains from trade will be maximized at the free market equilibrium price and quantity because the supply of goods is:

A) bought by the buyers who have the highest willingness to pay.
B) bought by the buyers who have the lowest willingness to pay.
C) sold by the sellers with the highest opportunity cost.
D) sold by the sellers that minimize producer surplus.
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Figure: Price and Quantity 3 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 3   (Figure: Price and Quantity 3)At a quantity of 80 units in the figure,it cost sellers ______ to produce the last unit,but buyers value this last unit at ______.</strong> A) $80;$50 B) $50;$20 C) $20;$80 D) $80;$20
(Figure: Price and Quantity 3)At a quantity of 80 units in the figure,it cost sellers ______ to produce the last unit,but buyers value this last unit at ______.

A) $80;$50
B) $50;$20
C) $20;$80
D) $80;$20
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Gains from trade are maximized when:

A) the market price is higher than the equilibrium price.
B) the market price is less than the equilibrium price.
C) the market price is equal to the equilibrium price.
D) there are additional potential trades available that have not been completed.
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Gains from trade are maximized in a competitive market when:

A) quantity supplied equals quantity demanded.
B) quantity supplied exceeds quantity demanded.
C) quantity demanded exceeds quantity supplied.
D) quantity supplied equals zero.
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Figure: Basic Supply and Demand M <strong>Figure: Basic Supply and Demand M   In a free market,as illustrated in the diagram,total gains from trade are greatest when:</strong> A) 60 units are sold at a price of $2. B) 40 units are sold at a price of $3. C) 60 units are sold at a price of $4. D) 50 units are sold at a price of $3. In a free market,as illustrated in the diagram,total gains from trade are greatest when:

A) 60 units are sold at a price of $2.
B) 40 units are sold at a price of $3.
C) 60 units are sold at a price of $4.
D) 50 units are sold at a price of $3.
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67
In a free market in which an equilibrium price and quantity prevails:

A) consumer surplus is less than producer surplus.
B) consumer surplus is greater than producer surplus.
C) consumer surplus is the same as producer surplus.
D) consumer surplus and producer surplus are maximized.
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When producers produce more than the equilibrium quantity:

A) resources are wasted producing goods at a higher cost than consumers are willing to pay.
B) the market is operating at an abnormally high level of efficiency.
C) sellers have an incentive to reduce their price.
D) buyers have an incentive to offer a higher price.
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Figure: Supply and Demand 1 <strong>Figure: Supply and Demand 1   At a market quantity of 5,the shaded region in the figure represents:</strong> A) satisfied wants. B) unexploited gains from trade. C) the value of wasted resources. D) willingness to pay. At a market quantity of 5,the shaded region in the figure represents:

A) satisfied wants.
B) unexploited gains from trade.
C) the value of wasted resources.
D) willingness to pay.
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Figure: Price and Quantity 2 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 2   (Figure: Price and Quantity 2)At a cost of $20 per unit in the diagram,the value of the unexploited gains from trade is:</strong> A) $200. B) $500. C) $600. D) $900.
(Figure: Price and Quantity 2)At a cost of $20 per unit in the diagram,the value of the unexploited gains from trade is:

A) $200.
B) $500.
C) $600.
D) $900.
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The equilibrium quantity is the quantity at which:

A) consumers' willingness to pay equals producers' willingness to sell.
B) buyers have no unsatisfied wants.
C) gains from trade are minimized.
D) suppliers' production is maximized.
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When the price of a good equals the equilibrium price:

A) there will still be some wasted resources.
B) gains from trade are minimized.
C) opportunity cost is minimized.
D) there are no unexploited gains from trade.
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Figure: Price and Quantity 2 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 2   (Figure: Price and Quantity 2)At a cost of $20 per unit in the diagram,the value of the unexploited gains from trade is represented by areas:</strong> A) A + B + E. B) A + B + C + D. C) E + F. D) B + C + E + F.
(Figure: Price and Quantity 2)At a cost of $20 per unit in the diagram,the value of the unexploited gains from trade is represented by areas:

A) A + B + E.
B) A + B + C + D.
C) E + F.
D) B + C + E + F.
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Tim values treats for his dog at $10 per box,and John values them at $6 per box.If the price of dog treats is $3 per box but only one box is available between these two buyers,then gains from trade will be maximized when:

A) Tim buys the treats.
B) John buys the treats.
C) either buys the treats,since they both value them more than the market price.
D) consumer surplus is equal to $3.
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Why is consuming a quantity above equilibrium wasteful?

A) because there are willing buyers of the good who do not purchase it
B) because resources are used without making society better off
C) because it creates a shortage,which generates waste
D) because it creates a surplus,which generates waste
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Figure: Gains from Trade <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Gains from Trade   (Figure: Gains from Trade)Refer to the figure.What are the total gains from trade at the free market equilibrium?</strong> A) $1,000 B) $500 C) $0 D) $1,500
(Figure: Gains from Trade)Refer to the figure.What are the total gains from trade at the free market equilibrium?

A) $1,000
B) $500
C) $0
D) $1,500
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In a free market when there are unexploited gains from trade:

A) the market is slow to adjust to this situation.
B) there are sellers who are unwilling to sell at prices buyers are willing to pay.
C) there are buyers who are willing to pay more for goods than sellers are asking.
D) an equilibrium price and quantity have been reached.
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Figure: Price and Quantity 2 <strong>Use the following to answer questions Figure: Price and Quantity 2   (Figure: Price and Quantity 2)At a cost of $20 per unit in the diagram,the demanders whose wants are satisfied are represented by the section of the demand curve between a price of:</strong> A) $100 and $80. B) $100 and $50. C) $0 and $100. D) $20 and $80.
(Figure: Price and Quantity 2)At a cost of $20 per unit in the diagram,the demanders whose wants are satisfied are represented by the section of the demand curve between a price of:

A) $100 and $80.
B) $100 and $50.
C) $0 and $100.
D) $20 and $80.
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It costs suppliers $1 to produce each additional widget,and widgets sell for $2.Some consumers are not willing to pay $2 for a widget but are nevertheless willing to pay more than $1.Which of the following statements is TRUE?

A) The market is at equilibrium.
B) Suppliers must be reaping big profits.
C) There are unexploited gains from trade.
D) Consumers will bid up prices.
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For suppliers to sell more than the equilibrium quantity,it would mean that:

A) it costs suppliers less to produce the good than its value to buyers.
B) it costs suppliers more to produce the good than its value to buyers.
C) the gains from trade increase.
D) suppliers gain from trade while buyers are unaffected.
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