Which of the following would result in a temporary surplus of desk top computers at the price associated with the initial equilibrium?
A) A decrease in the price of desk top computers.
B) A decrease in the price of laptops.
C) An increase in the price of laptops.
D) No change.

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A decrease in the price of laptops would likely cause some consumers to switch from desktops to laptops, reducing the demand for desktops and creating a temporary surplus at the initial equilibrium price. Choices A, C, and D would not directly affect the demand for desktops and therefore would not lead to a temporary surplus.

Which of the Following Would Result in a Temporary Surplus