Question

A sudden fall in the market demand in a competitive industry leads to a. A short run market equilibrium price lower than the original equilibrium b. A market equilibrium price higher than the short run price c. Some firms exiting the market d. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer:

The answer is C. Some firms exiting the market

Explanation:

When there is a sudden fall in the market demand in a competitive industry(e.g perfect competition) some firms would making economic losses and it is best if they shut down operation and production. Once these happen, they exit the market.

Option A is incorrect . Same as option B.

Option D is also incorrect