WAEC Economics 2026 Question 1

Question 1

Theory of Supply

A producer will supply more of a good if

  1. A.average cost of production is increasing
  2. B.there is an increase in the demand for the good
  3. C.there is an increase in its excise duty
  4. D.more competitive firms enter the market for the good
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (there is an increase in the demand for the good)

Explanation

Higher demand raises the price, so the producer offers more.