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9. Market equilibrium and disequilibrium
The following graph shows the monthly demand and supply curves in the market for calendars.
Use the graph input tool to help you answer the following questions. Enter an amount into the Price field to see the quantity demanded and quantity supplied at that price. You will not be graded on any changes you make to this graph.
The equilibrium price in this market is _______ per calendar, and the equilibrium quantity is _______ calendars bought and sold per month.
Complete the following table by indicating at each price whether there is a shortage or surplus in the market, the amount of that shortage or surplus, and whether this places upward or downward pressure on prices.
The equilibrium price is $40 per calender and quantity is 250 calenders. This occurs at the intersection of demand and supply curves. | |||||
Price | Quantity of calenders demanded | Quantity of calnders supplied | Surplus/shortage | Shortage/Surplus Amount | Pressure on prices |
Dollars per calender | Millions of boxes | Calenders | |||
$32 | 375 | 200 | Shortage | 175 | Upward pressure |
$48 | 125 | 300 | Surplus | 125 | Downward pressure |
When there is a shortage, the demand for goods will be much higher and produrcers will increase the price of goods. There will be an upward pressure. | |||||
When there is a surplus, producers will have unsold stock and would be willing to sell their goods at lower prices. There is a downward pressure on prices | |||||