WAEC - Economics (2019 - No. 16)

What happens when a minimum price is imposed in a market? 
Shortage occurs
Surplus occurs
market maintains its equilibrium
Many firms will close down

Explanation

A minimum price is when the government doesn't allow prices to go below a certain level. At this point, suppliers will be willing to supply more in the market because they are certain to sell above a particular price. This will lead to a surplus in the market. 

The minimum price policy has been used in agriculture to increase farmers' income. 

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