Economics (MindTap Course List)
Economics (MindTap Course List)
13th Edition
ISBN: 9781337670647
Author: Arnold
Publisher: Cengage
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Chapter 3, Problem 1QP
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Explain what is wrong in the given statement.

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The statement, “demand refers to the willingness of buyers to purchase different quantities of a good at different prices during a specific time period” is wrong. The reason being that demand is the willingness and ability of a buyer to consume different quantity of goods at different price level during a specific time period. Ability of a consumer is also as important factor which determines the willingness to pay. If the consumer does not have the ability to purchase certain goods, he cannot demand those goods.

Economics Concept Introduction

Demand: Demand refers to the willingness and the ability of a buyer to consume goods and services at a different price level in a given period of time.

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