Assume there are three hardware stores, each willing to sell one standard model hammer in a given time period. House Depot can offer their hammer for a minimum of $7. Lace Hardware can offer the hammer for a minimum of $10. Bob's Hardware store can offer the hammer at a minimum price of $13. Given the scenario described, if the market price of hammers increased from $9 to $12, total producer surplus would increase by:

A. $7.
B. $5.
C. $1.
D. $3.


Answer: B

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