This economics question tests your understanding of economic models and analysis. The step-by-step answer below applies the relevant framework and explains the reasoning.
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Supply and demand is the fundamental model of how markets set prices. Demand: As price ↓, quantity demanded ↑ (people buy more when things are cheaper) Supply: As price ↑, quantity supplied ↑ (producers make more when they can charge more) The equilibrium price is where supply meets demand — the quantity sellers want to sell equals the quantity buyers want to buy. If price is above equilibrium → surplus (supply > demand) → price falls If price is below equilibrium → shortage (demand > supply) → price rises Shifts: If demand increases (more buyers, higher income), the demand curve shifts right → higher equilibrium price. If supply increases (cheaper production), supply shifts right → lower price.