If a price ceiling is set above the equilibrium price in a market

A. rationing will be necessary.
B. the quantity supplied will equal the quantity demanded.
C. the quantity demanded will exceed the quantity supplied.
D. surpluses of the commodity will develop.


Answer: B

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