Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Micro Economics: Market Equilibrium

Question:

Assume demand is perfectly inelastic and market is in equilibrium. Suppose supply changes, then which of the following will happen?

Options:

Equilibrium quantity will remain same

Equilibrium price will change

Equilibrium price will be same

Both 1 and 2

Correct Answer:

Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 3: Both 1 and 2

 

  • Perfectly inelastic demand means that quantity demanded does not change, no matter the price. The demand curve is a vertical line.
  • When supply changes, the supply curve shifts, but since demand is perfectly inelastic, quantity remains constant.
  • Instead of adjusting quantity, the price adjusts to restore equilibrium.
  • If supply increases, price falls. If supply decreases, price rises.