Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a market in equilibrium?

A. There is neither excess supply nor excess demand.
B. Sellers can sell as many units as they want at the equilibrium price.
C. Neither buyers nor sellers want the price to change.
D. Buyers can buy as many units as they want at the equilibrium price.


Answer: C

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