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A surplus occurs whenever?
A surplus occurs whenever?
A surplus of textbooks will cause?
A surplus of textbooks will cause?
When quantity demanded of a good is greater than the quantity supplied at the prevailing market price?
When quantity demanded of a good is greater than the quantity supplied at the prevailing market price?
A surplus of wheat?
A surplus of wheat?
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'Market clearing' refers to the case where?
'Market clearing' refers to the case where?
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Suppose, with a given supply and demand curve, the market for guitars would clear at $1200, but the current price of guitars is $1100. What does this indicate?
Suppose, with a given supply and demand curve, the market for guitars would clear at $1200, but the current price of guitars is $1100. What does this indicate?
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According to your text, when a shortage exists?
According to your text, when a shortage exists?
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The most important characteristic of the equilibrium price is that it?
The most important characteristic of the equilibrium price is that it?
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A rightward shift of a supply curve?
A rightward shift of a supply curve?
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The effect of a decrease in consumer income on equilibrium price and quantity of a used car (an inferior good) is?
The effect of a decrease in consumer income on equilibrium price and quantity of a used car (an inferior good) is?
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If a certain type of clothing becomes less fashionable, we would expect that its equilibrium price?
If a certain type of clothing becomes less fashionable, we would expect that its equilibrium price?
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What is the effect of a decrease in the price of potato chips on the market for pretzels (a substitute good)?
What is the effect of a decrease in the price of potato chips on the market for pretzels (a substitute good)?
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A new hormone will increase the amount of milk each cow produces. If this hormone is adopted by many dairies, what will be the effect on the milk market?
A new hormone will increase the amount of milk each cow produces. If this hormone is adopted by many dairies, what will be the effect on the milk market?
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A decrease in the supply of pizza would usually result in a?
A decrease in the supply of pizza would usually result in a?
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Suppose demand increases and supply decreases. Which of the following will happen?
Suppose demand increases and supply decreases. Which of the following will happen?
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Assume that supply increases greatly and demand decreases slightly. Which of the following will happen?
Assume that supply increases greatly and demand decreases slightly. Which of the following will happen?
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If both demand and supply increase, price will?
If both demand and supply increase, price will?
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Suppose the market clearing price for apples decreases from $4.00 to $3.00 per pound, and the overall market clearing output decreases from 10 million to 8 million pounds. How can we explain the decrease in price and decrease in market output?
Suppose the market clearing price for apples decreases from $4.00 to $3.00 per pound, and the overall market clearing output decreases from 10 million to 8 million pounds. How can we explain the decrease in price and decrease in market output?
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Study Notes
Surplus and Equilibrium
- A surplus occurs when the current price exceeds the equilibrium price, leading to excess supply.
- Surpluses result in a decrease in prices as producers seek to sell surplus stock.
- A rightward shift in the supply curve indicates an excess quantity supplied at previous equilibrium.
Shortages
- A shortage happens when quantity demanded surpasses quantity supplied at the current market price, causing prices to rise.
- Buyers compete with each other to secure limited goods during shortages.
Market Clearing
- "Market clearing" describes a situation where quantity demanded equals quantity supplied, eliminating surpluses and shortages.
- The equilibrium price is critical as it clears the market, balancing supply and demand without excess.
Impact of Changes in Supply and Demand
- A decrease in consumer income increases the equilibrium price and quantity for inferior goods, like used cars.
- Decreased demand results in lower equilibrium prices and quantities, as seen with changes in fashion trends.
- An increase in supply, stimulated by improved production methods (e.g., hormones for cows), leads to lower prices but higher quantities.
Cross-Price Effects
- A decrease in the price of one good (e.g., potato chips) can lead to a decline in both equilibrium price and quantity for its substitutes (e.g., pretzels).
- Changes in demand and supply balance dictate overall market movements: demand increases coupled with supply decreases will raise equilibrium prices.
Price Adjustments
- The equilibrium price can be influenced by various factors; if demand increases faster than supply, prices will rise; if supply increases faster than demand, prices will fall.
- Market dynamics are responsive; both equilibrium price and quantity can alter based on shifts in either demand or supply.
Conclusion
- Understanding how surpluses and shortages interact with market prices is essential to grasping economic principles.
- The correlation between supply shifts, demand changes, and resultant price movements is foundational in economic theory.
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Description
This quiz explores the concepts of surplus, shortage, and market clearing within the context of equilibrium prices. It analyzes how changes in supply and demand affect market dynamics and pricing strategies. Test your understanding of these fundamental economic principles.
