Question

n which statement(s) is "supply" used correctly? (I) "An increase in the price of eggs will increase the supply of eggs." (II) "As the cost of producing eggs rises, the supply of eggs will tend to fall."

Answer 1

Answer:

II) "As the cost of producing eggs rises, the supply of eggs will tend to fall."

Explanation:

The term supply refers to the quantities of a product that firms are willing to sell at the market price at a specific price or at different prices. Several factors, such as demand, cost of inputs, competition, among others, may influence the supply. As per the law of supply, everything else remaining constant, suppliers will be to sell more at higher prices.

Statement 11  describes supply better that statement 1.  In statement 11, an increase in the cost of producing eggs decreases the profit realized from the sale of eggs. When the production of eggs is costly, suppliers may not have the resources to produce them in bulk. The statement recognizes that supply is influenced by demand. An increase in cost will force the suppliers to raise prices, which may lead to reduced demand.

Statement 1 asserts that an increase in price will lead to an increase in price. If the increase in price is a result of an increase in the cost of inputs, then suppliers may not increase the supply. An increase in price, followed by an increase in supply, will result in a market surplus. An increase in prices causes a decline in demand.