Which of the following would likely cause an increase in the supply of single-serve coffee makers?
A) a decrease in the number of consumers demanding single-serve coffee makers
B) an increase in the price of single-serve coffee makers
C) a decrease in the cost of manufacturing single-serve coffee makers
D) a widespread expectation that the price of single-serve coffee makers will rise in the future
Answer: C
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