Assume that corn and wheat are substitutes in production; that is, the same inputs can be used to produce either one of these two commodities. Also…

CA Foundation · Business Economics · MTP · January 2025
Assume that corn and wheat are substitutes in production; that is, the same inputs can be used to produce either one of these two commodities. Also assume that the laws of supply and demand apply in both markets. If the demand for one of these commodities increases, what will likely happen in the other market?
(A) A. The demand will increase.
(B) B. The demand will decrease.
(C) C. The supply will increase.
(D) D. The supply will decrease.

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Correct Answer: Option (D)

D. The supply will decrease.

Topics: Theory of Demand and Supply

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