Figure 13-9
-Refer to Figure 13-9.Which of the graphs in the figure above reflects the decline in sales that Starbucks experienced as a result of increased competition from companies like McDonald's and Dunkin' Donuts.Assume that as a result of the competition,Starbucks began to experience an economic loss.
A)Panel A
B)Panel B
C)Panel C
D)either Panel A or Panel C

Question

Figure 13-9 
-Refer to Figure 13-9.Which of the graphs in the figure above reflects the decline in sales that Starbucks experienced as a result of increased competition from companies like McDonald's and Dunkin' Donuts.Assume that as a result of the competition,Starbucks began to experience an economic loss.
A)Panel A 
B)Panel B 
C)Panel C 
D)either Panel A or Panel C

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Panel C likely shows a decline in sales due to increased competition, leading to an economic loss, as it would depict a leftward shift in the demand curve or a downward shift in the price level, reflecting reduced revenue.

Figure 13-9 -Refer to Figure 13-9.Which of the Graphs in the Figure