Practice mode Market

What should a fall in demand for a product do to the market equilibrium?

Correct answer B. Decrease equilibrium price and quantity

Explanation

A leftward shift of demand along an upward-sloping supply curve creates a surplus at the old price, so price falls and producers cut back output until a new, lower equilibrium is reached.

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