1.6: Market Equilibrium, Disequilibrium, & Changes In Equilibrium Flashcards
1
Q
Equilibrium
A
Qs= Qd
2
Q
Surplus
A
Qd<Qs
3
Q
Shortage
A
Qd> Qs
4
Q
Where does the Free Market pushes prices towards ?
A
Equilibrium
5
Q
What do producers do to prices when there is a surplus?
A
Lower prices
6
Q
What do producers do to prices when there is a shortage?
A
Raise prices
7
Q
Double Shift
A
If two curves shift at the same time, either the price or quantity will be indeterminate
8
Q
Price Ceiling
A
Max. legal price a seller can charge for a product.
Goal: Make prices affordable