The rationing function of prices refers to the:

A. tendency of supply and demand to shift in opposite directions.
B. fact that ration coupons are needed to alleviate wartime shortages of goods.
C. capacity of a competitive market to equalize quantity demanded and quantity supplied.
D. ability of the market system to generate an equitable distribution of income.


Answer: C

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