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An individual's income decreases significantly. How would this change in income most likely affect the individual's demand for both new cars (a normal good) and instant noodles (an inferior good)?
An individual's income decreases significantly. How would this change in income most likely affect the individual's demand for both new cars (a normal good) and instant noodles (an inferior good)?
- Demand for new cars increases, and demand for instant noodles decreases.
- Demand for new cars decreases, and demand for instant noodles increases. (correct)
- Demand remains constant for new cars, and demand increases for instant noodles.
- Demand increases for both new cars and instant noodles.
Assume that coffee and tea are substitutes. If the price of coffee increases substantially, what is the most likely effect on the demand curve for tea?
Assume that coffee and tea are substitutes. If the price of coffee increases substantially, what is the most likely effect on the demand curve for tea?
- There is no change in the demand curve for tea.
- The supply curve for tea shifts to the left.
- The demand curve for tea shifts to the left.
- The demand curve for tea shifts to the right. (correct)
If the price of gasoline increases, what is the most likely effect on the demand for large, non-fuel-efficient vehicles, assuming gasoline and these vehicles are complementary goods?
If the price of gasoline increases, what is the most likely effect on the demand for large, non-fuel-efficient vehicles, assuming gasoline and these vehicles are complementary goods?
- Demand for large, non-fuel-efficient vehicles will increase.
- The supply of large, non-fuel-efficient vehicles will increase.
- Demand for large, non-fuel-efficient vehicles will decrease. (correct)
- There will be no change in the demand for large, non-fuel-efficient vehicles.
A local community experiences a significant increase in population due to new job opportunities. How will this demographic change likely impact the overall market demand for housing in the area?
A local community experiences a significant increase in population due to new job opportunities. How will this demographic change likely impact the overall market demand for housing in the area?
Consumers anticipate a significant decrease in the price of smartphones in the near future. What is the most likely immediate impact on the current demand for smartphones?
Consumers anticipate a significant decrease in the price of smartphones in the near future. What is the most likely immediate impact on the current demand for smartphones?
What action is required to resolve a surplus in the market?
What action is required to resolve a surplus in the market?
What characterizes a shortage in the market?
What characterizes a shortage in the market?
What conditions would lead to an increase in the price of a good?
What conditions would lead to an increase in the price of a good?
What would cause the price of goods to fall?
What would cause the price of goods to fall?
If the market for electric vehicles experiences both increased demand and decreased supply simultaneously, what is the most likely outcome?
If the market for electric vehicles experiences both increased demand and decreased supply simultaneously, what is the most likely outcome?
Which scenario would most likely cause a shift in the demand curve for a product?
Which scenario would most likely cause a shift in the demand curve for a product?
According to the law of supply, what is the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity supplied, all other factors being constant?
According to the law of supply, what is the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity supplied, all other factors being constant?
What does an upward-sloping supply curve indicate about the relationship between price and quantity supplied?
What does an upward-sloping supply curve indicate about the relationship between price and quantity supplied?
How would a significant increase in the cost of raw materials used in production typically affect the supply curve for the finished product?
How would a significant increase in the cost of raw materials used in production typically affect the supply curve for the finished product?
How does the implementation of advanced technology in the production process typically impact the supply curve?
How does the implementation of advanced technology in the production process typically impact the supply curve?
If a large number of new sellers enter a market, what is the likely effect on the supply curve?
If a large number of new sellers enter a market, what is the likely effect on the supply curve?
Assume the market for smartphones is perfectly competitive. What would be the most likely impact of a new government regulation that requires all smartphone manufacturers to use a specific, more expensive type of screen?
Assume the market for smartphones is perfectly competitive. What would be the most likely impact of a new government regulation that requires all smartphone manufacturers to use a specific, more expensive type of screen?
A local bakery upgrades its ovens with more efficient, energy-saving models. How would this technological improvement likely affect the bakery's supply curve for bread?
A local bakery upgrades its ovens with more efficient, energy-saving models. How would this technological improvement likely affect the bakery's supply curve for bread?
According to the demand schedule, what happens to the quantity demanded of good "A" as the price increases from $50 to $100?
According to the demand schedule, what happens to the quantity demanded of good "A" as the price increases from $50 to $100?
Which of the following scenarios would most likely cause a demand curve to shift to the right?
Which of the following scenarios would most likely cause a demand curve to shift to the right?
How would a significant improvement in the quality of a product, along with a successful advertising campaign, most likely affect its demand curve?
How would a significant improvement in the quality of a product, along with a successful advertising campaign, most likely affect its demand curve?
Assuming that ramen noodles are an inferior good, what would be the likely impact on the demand curve for ramen noodles if there is a significant increase in average consumer income?
Assuming that ramen noodles are an inferior good, what would be the likely impact on the demand curve for ramen noodles if there is a significant increase in average consumer income?
If the demand for a product increases while the supply remains constant, what is the likely effect on the equilibrium price and quantity?
If the demand for a product increases while the supply remains constant, what is the likely effect on the equilibrium price and quantity?
If a new study reveals that consumption of a particular food is highly beneficial for health, how would this information likely impact the demand curve for that food?
If a new study reveals that consumption of a particular food is highly beneficial for health, how would this information likely impact the demand curve for that food?
Consider a market where the supply of a good decreases. Assuming demand remains constant, what will likely happen to the equilibrium price and quantity?
Consider a market where the supply of a good decreases. Assuming demand remains constant, what will likely happen to the equilibrium price and quantity?
A company releases a new smartphone with innovative features, but it quickly gains a reputation for frequent malfunctions. How would this most likely affect the demand curve for this smartphone?
A company releases a new smartphone with innovative features, but it quickly gains a reputation for frequent malfunctions. How would this most likely affect the demand curve for this smartphone?
What is the most likely outcome of a government-imposed price ceiling set below the equilibrium price?
What is the most likely outcome of a government-imposed price ceiling set below the equilibrium price?
How does an increase in wealth, distinct from income, typically affect the demand for luxury goods?
How does an increase in wealth, distinct from income, typically affect the demand for luxury goods?
When Valentine’s Day approaches, the demand curve for roses shifts to the right. What does this shift indicate?
When Valentine’s Day approaches, the demand curve for roses shifts to the right. What does this shift indicate?
If consumers suddenly expect a significant increase in the price of gasoline next month, how would this expectation likely affect the current demand curve for gasoline?
If consumers suddenly expect a significant increase in the price of gasoline next month, how would this expectation likely affect the current demand curve for gasoline?
Assume both the supply and demand for a product increase simultaneously. Which of the following outcomes is most likely to occur?
Assume both the supply and demand for a product increase simultaneously. Which of the following outcomes is most likely to occur?
If a technological advancement lowers the cost of producing smartphones, what changes would you expect to see in the market equilibrium?
If a technological advancement lowers the cost of producing smartphones, what changes would you expect to see in the market equilibrium?
Suppose a new study reveals that coffee has significant health benefits. Assuming the supply of coffee remains constant, what is the likely impact on the coffee market?
Suppose a new study reveals that coffee has significant health benefits. Assuming the supply of coffee remains constant, what is the likely impact on the coffee market?
How does a price ceiling typically affect market efficiency and the overall welfare of society?
How does a price ceiling typically affect market efficiency and the overall welfare of society?
If sellers anticipate a future increase in the price of their goods, what is the likely impact on the current supply curve?
If sellers anticipate a future increase in the price of their goods, what is the likely impact on the current supply curve?
In a perfectly competitive market, what primarily determines the prices of goods and services?
In a perfectly competitive market, what primarily determines the prices of goods and services?
What condition defines market equilibrium?
What condition defines market equilibrium?
According to the provided oil market data, what is the equilibrium price and quantity?
According to the provided oil market data, what is the equilibrium price and quantity?
When does a surplus occur in the market?
When does a surplus occur in the market?
If the price of oil is set at $120 per barrel, based on the provided data, what is the state of the market?
If the price of oil is set at $120 per barrel, based on the provided data, what is the state of the market?
Suppose the oil market is currently in equilibrium. If a new technology reduces the cost of oil extraction, what is the likely effect on the equilibrium price and quantity, assuming demand remains constant?
Suppose the oil market is currently in equilibrium. If a new technology reduces the cost of oil extraction, what is the likely effect on the equilibrium price and quantity, assuming demand remains constant?
Consider a scenario where consumers expect a significant increase in the price of oil next month due to geopolitical tensions. How would this expectation likely impact the current oil market?
Consider a scenario where consumers expect a significant increase in the price of oil next month due to geopolitical tensions. How would this expectation likely impact the current oil market?
Flashcards
Normal Goods
Normal Goods
Goods whose demand increases as income increases.
Inferior Goods
Inferior Goods
Goods whose demand increases as income decreases.
Substitute Goods
Substitute Goods
Goods that can replace each other in consumption.
Complementary Goods
Complementary Goods
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Demand Shift Factors
Demand Shift Factors
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Demand Schedule
Demand Schedule
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Demand Curve
Demand Curve
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Right Shift of Demand Curve
Right Shift of Demand Curve
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Left Shift of Demand Curve
Left Shift of Demand Curve
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Tastes and Preferences
Tastes and Preferences
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Quality of Product
Quality of Product
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Income & Wealth
Income & Wealth
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Normal and Inferior Goods
Normal and Inferior Goods
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Excess Supply
Excess Supply
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Equilibrium Price
Equilibrium Price
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Shortage
Shortage
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Change in Demand
Change in Demand
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Factors Affecting Price
Factors Affecting Price
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Determinants of Demand
Determinants of Demand
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Law of Supply
Law of Supply
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Supply Schedule
Supply Schedule
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Supply Curve
Supply Curve
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Input Prices
Input Prices
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Technology's Impact on Supply
Technology's Impact on Supply
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Number of Sellers
Number of Sellers
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Equilibrium
Equilibrium
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Increase in Demand
Increase in Demand
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Decrease in Demand
Decrease in Demand
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Increase in Supply
Increase in Supply
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Decrease in Supply
Decrease in Supply
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Price Ceiling
Price Ceiling
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Market Shortage
Market Shortage
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Competitive Equilibrium
Competitive Equilibrium
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Expectation of Future Price Increase
Expectation of Future Price Increase
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Expectation of Future Price Decrease
Expectation of Future Price Decrease
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Supply Curve Shift to the Right
Supply Curve Shift to the Right
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Supply Curve Shift to the Left
Supply Curve Shift to the Left
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Market Equilibrium
Market Equilibrium
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Surplus
Surplus
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Study Notes
Microeconomics - Chapter 4: Demand, Supply, and Equilibrium
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Markets: Arrangements bringing buyers and sellers together to exchange goods and services. Markets have two main components: demand and supply.
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Demand: Indicates how much of a good consumers are willing and able to buy at each possible price during a given time period, other factors constant.
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Law of Demand: The quantity demanded of a good varies inversely with its price. Higher price, lower quantity demanded; lower price, higher quantity demanded.
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Demand Schedule: A table showing the quantity demanded at various prices, holding other factors constant.
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Demand Curve: A graphical representation of the demand schedule, plotting quantity demanded at different prices. The curve slopes downward, reflecting the inverse relationship between price and quantity demanded.
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Determinants of Demand (Factors Shifting the Demand Curve): Factors, other than price, influencing the quantity demanded. These factors can cause the entire demand curve to shift to the right (increase in demand) or to the left (decrease in demand).
- Tastes and Preferences: If a product becomes more fashionable or desirable, demand increases and the curve shifts right. Conversely, a decrease in desirability shifts the curve left.
- Quality: High-quality products increase demand; poor-quality products decrease demand.
- Income and Wealth: Normal goods have increased demand with increased income. Inferior goods have decreased demand with increased income.
- Availability and Prices of Related Goods: Substitute goods (like Coke and Pepsi) - an increase in the price of one increases demand for the other. Complementary goods (like cars and petrol) - an increase in the price of one decreases demand for the other.
- Number and Scale of Buyers: Larger numbers of buyers increase demand; smaller numbers decrease demand.
- Buyer's Expectations about the future: Expected future income increases or price increases will increase demand today. Expected future income decreases or price decreases will decrease demand today.
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Change in Quantity Demanded: A movement along the demand curve in response to a price change.
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Change in Demand: A shift of the entire demand curve due to a change in a factor other than price.
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Supply: Indicates how much of a good producers are willing and able to offer for sale per period at each possible price, other factors constant.
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Law of Supply: The quantity supplied of a good varies directly with its price. Higher price, higher quantity supplied; lower price, lower quantity supplied.
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Determinants of Supply (factors shifting the supply curve): Factors, other than price, influencing the quantity supplied. These factors can cause the supply curve to shift to the right (increase in supply) or to the left (decrease in supply).
- Input Prices: Higher input costs (wages, materials) decrease supply.
- Technology: Advances in technology increase supply. Conversely, technological setbacks decrease supply.
- Number and Scale of Sellers: More sellers increase supply. Fewer sellers decrease supply.
- Sellers' Expectations: Expected future price increases or better economic conditions increase supply; vice-versa decreases supply.
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Market Equilibrium: The point where quantity demanded equals quantity supplied. At this point, there is no tendency for price to change. The equilibrium price and quantity are stable.
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Surplus (Excess Supply): When quantity supplied exceeds quantity demanded at a given price. To eliminate the surplus, the market price will fall.
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Shortage (Excess Demand): When quantity demanded exceeds quantity supplied at a given price. To eliminate the shortage, the market price will increase.
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Changes in Equilibrium: Changes in either demand or supply will shift the equilibrium price and quantity.
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