3. The demand for a product is given by the equation Qd = 500 - 2P, and the supply is given by Q = 100+ 3P. (a) Determine the equilibrium price and quantity. (b) The government imposes a price ceiling of $50. What will be the quantity demanded and quantity supplied at this price? (c) Calculate the shortage or surplus resulting from the price ceiling. (d) Discuss the potential consequences of the price ceiling on the market.
3. The demand for a product is given by the equation Qd = 500 - 2P, and the supply is given by Q = 100+ 3P. (a) Determine the equilibrium price and quantity. (b) The government imposes a price ceiling of $50. What will be the quantity demanded and quantity supplied at this price? (c) Calculate the shortage or surplus resulting from the price ceiling. (d) Discuss the potential consequences of the price ceiling on the market.
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