Market Dynamics and Disequilibrium

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What likely happens to the demand curve as a result of an increase in people's income?

The demand curve shifts to the right. (correct)

The demand curve remains unchanged.

The demand curve shifts to the left.

The demand curve becomes vertical.

If the demand curve shifts rightward due to an increase in income, how is the equilibrium price affected?

The equilibrium price will decrease.

The equilibrium price will increase. (correct)

The equilibrium price will become indeterminate.

The equilibrium price will remain constant.

What happens to the quantity demanded at the original price P' when income increases?

Quantity demanded fluctuates unpredictably.

Quantity demanded decreases.

Quantity demanded increases. (correct)

Quantity demanded remains the same.

In economic terms, what phenomenon is primarily responsible for the changes in equilibrium caused by an increase in income?

Shift in the demand curve. Signup and view all the answers

After the income increase, if demand rises significantly, which market condition is most likely to occur eventually?

A shortage of goods in the market. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the quantity demanded exceeds the quantity supplied at price P1?

Bidding up the price occurs due to excess demand. Signup and view all the answers

What behavior do unsatisfied buyers typically exhibit in response to rising demand at price P1?

They attempt to bid up the price of the product. Signup and view all the answers

In a situation of excess demand at price P1, what is the likely response from suppliers?

They may increase prices or production in response to the high demand. Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential outcome of buyers bidding up the price due to excess demand?

Sellers may gain market power, influencing supply strategies. Signup and view all the answers

What does the imbalance between Q1 and Q2 indicate about market conditions?

There is a surplus of goods in the market. Signup and view all the answers

What impact does the higher opportunity cost have on consumer behavior?

It leads consumers to buy fewer goods. Signup and view all the answers

If the suppliers only sell quantity Q1 at price P1 while demand is for quantity Q111, what does this indicate?

Demand exceeds the supply at the current price point. Signup and view all the answers

If suppliers increase production in response to Q1 being less than Q2, what might be a likely market consequence?

Decreased profits due to excess supply. Signup and view all the answers

In the scenario where Q2 is greater than Q1, what can be inferred about the relationship between consumer satisfaction and supplier output?

Consumer satisfaction declines as supplier output exceeds demand. Signup and view all the answers

How might suppliers perceive the relationship between production and profits when facing too much supply?

They might need to cut back on production to maintain profitability. Signup and view all the answers

What effect does a tax on suppliers have on the supply curve?

It shifts the supply curve to the left. Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of taxing suppliers in a market?

It can lead to market disequilibrium. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the market condition that may arise due to supplier taxes?

A shortage in the market. Signup and view all the answers

How does a leftward shift in the supply curve typically impact the market?

It increases prices and decreases quantities. Signup and view all the answers

When supplier taxes lead to a leftward shift of the supply curve, what is the immediate effect on market supply?

A decrease in market supply. Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about how producers respond to changes in consumer preferences?

Producers quickly adjust their offerings to align with consumer preferences. Signup and view all the answers

How do cheaper substitute resources affect production decisions?

They are quickly favored by producers as cost-effective alternatives. Signup and view all the answers

What role do consumer preferences play in market dynamics?

They initiate rapid changes that producers must respond to. Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the dynamic market described?

There is a swift transmission of consumer preference changes to producers. Signup and view all the answers

In a dynamic market, producers prioritize which of the following?

Responding quickly to consumer trends and preferences. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Market Disequilibrium

When quantity supplied (Q2) is greater than quantity demanded (Q1), there is an excess supply.
Consumers will find the product less attractive due to a higher opportunity cost.
When quantity demanded (Q111) is greater than quantity supplied (Q1), there is excess demand.
Unsatisfied buyers bid up the price in an attempt to meet their demand.

Market Dynamics

Producers quickly react to changes in consumer preferences.
Producers choose cheaper substitute resources in response to market changes.

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Explore the concepts of market disequilibrium and dynamics with this quiz. Understand how excess supply and demand influence prices and consumer behavior. Test your knowledge on how producers adapt to changes in the market based on consumer preferences.