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Principles of Demand and Supply Quiz

#1

Which of the following is a determinant of demand?

Price of the product
Explanation

Price influences demand.

#2

What does the law of supply state?

As price increases, quantity supplied increases
Explanation

Positive correlation between price and quantity supplied.

#3

In the demand and supply model, what happens when there is a shortage of a good?

Prices rise
Explanation

Shortages increase prices.

#4

What is elasticity of demand?

The percentage change in quantity demanded divided by the percentage change in price
Explanation

Measure of responsiveness of quantity demanded to price changes.

#5

What is the difference between a movement along the demand curve and a shift in the demand curve?

A movement is caused by changes in price, while a shift is caused by non-price factors
Explanation

Price vs. non-price factors influence shifts in demand.

#6

Which factor is considered a non-price determinant of supply?

Technology
Explanation

Technological advancements impact supply.

#7

How does a subsidy affect the market equilibrium?

Decreases equilibrium price, increases equilibrium quantity
Explanation

Subsidies influence price and quantity.

#8

What is the difference between a normal good and an inferior good?

Normal goods are necessities, while inferior goods are luxury items
Explanation

Classification based on consumer behavior.

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