A decrease in quantity demanded is represented by a
A)rightward shift of the supply curve.
B)rightward shift of the demand curve.
C)leftward shift of the demand curve.
D)movement upward and to the left along the demand curve.
E)movement downward and to the right along the demand curve.

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A decrease in quantity demanded, without a change in demand itself, is shown by a movement along the demand curve, not by shifting the curve. This movement is upward and to the left along the demand curve, indicating a higher price leading to a lower quantity demanded.

A Decrease in Quantity Demanded Is Represented by a