JAMB Economics 1980 Question 40

Question 40

Price Determination

Which of the following is a correct definition of equilibrium price?

  1. A.A price which covers production cost
  2. B.A price which maximizes entrepreneur's profits
  3. C.A price at which the quantity demanded equals the quantity supplied
  4. D.A price at which competitive firm is at equilibrium
  5. E.A price which stabilizes farmers' income.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (A price at which the quantity demanded equals the quantity supplied)

Explanation

Equilibrium price is where quantity demanded equals quantity supplied, so there is no shortage or surplus.