Refer to Figure 14-7. Suppose a firm in a competitive market, like the one depicted in graph (a), observes market price rising from P1 to P2. Which of the following could explain this observation? a. The exit of existing consumers from the market. b. An increase in market supply from So to S1. c. An increase in market demand from Do to D1. d. The entry of new firms into the market.

Refer to Figure 14-7. Suppose a firm in a competitive market, like the one depicted in graph (a), observes market price rising from P1 to P2. Which of the following could explain this observation? a. The exit of existing consumers from the market. b. An increase in market supply from So to S1. c. An increase in market demand from Do to D1. d. The entry of new firms into the market.

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