An example of an ineffective price ceiling would be the government setting the maximum price of wheat at ________ per bushel when the market price is at $5.00 per bushel.
A) $2.25
B) $3.00
C) $4.75
D) $6.00

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A price ceiling is considered ineffective if it is set above the current market price, as it does not impact the market. In this case, setting the maximum price at $6.00 when the market price is $5.00 would not affect the market, making it ineffective.

An Example of an Ineffective Price Ceiling Would Be the Government