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- 30 May 2019
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- 28 May 2026
When does a government-imposed price ceiling effectively restrict the market?
Multiple choice question for Prices, Wages & Taxes. Select an option, then review the explanation below.
Explanation
A price ceiling only restricts the market when it is set below the equilibrium price, as this prevents prices from rising to their natural market level. If the ceiling is above or equal to the equilibrium price, it has no effect because the market price remains unchanged.
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