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Q · Demand and SupplyMedium · 45s
Which one of the following factors does NOT lead to a shift in the supply curve?
TopicDemand and Supply
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Change in price leads to movement along the curve, not a shift. Others cause the supply curve to shift.
Final Answer: Option B — Change in price of the commodity