Suppose that the price of a hamburger is $3. Victoria is willing to pay $5 for the first hamburger, David is willing to pay $4 for the second hamburger, Kelly is willing to pay $3 for the third hamburger, and Antony is willing to pay $2 for the fourth hamburger. In equilibrium, what is the number of hamburgers purchased?

A. 3
B. 1
C. 2
D. 4


Answer: A

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