Two recent studies conclude that increased fibre in the diet does not reduce the risk of developing colon cancer.The likely result will be that the
A) quantity of fibre supplements demanded will fall.
B) demand for fibre supplements will decrease.
C) supply of fibre supplements will increase.
D) price of fibre supplements will rise.
E) market for fibre supplements will be unaffected.

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If increased fibre does not reduce the risk of developing colon cancer, then there is no medical reason for people to increase their fibre intake or to take fibre supplements. Therefore, the demand for fibre supplements is likely to decrease.

Two Recent Studies Conclude That Increased Fibre in the Diet