In each problem, you must explain the scenario’s effect on the market. If the quantity supplied or the quantity demanded changes, state how (increase or decrease) If one of the curves shifts, state why and the direction it shifts (left or right). You should then state the effect on price (increase or decrease). Soldiers come home from World War II, get married, and need housing for their families. You build houses.

In each problem, you must explain the scenario’s effect on the market. If the quantity supplied or the quantity demanded changes, state how (increase or decrease) If one of the curves shifts, state why and the direction it shifts (left or right). You should then state the effect on price (increase or decrease). Soldiers come home from World War II, get married, and need housing for their families. You build houses.

Economics Today and Tomorrow, Student Edition

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ISBN:9780078747663

Author:McGraw-Hill

Publisher:McGraw-Hill

Chapter7: Demand And Supply

Section: Chapter Questions

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