Suppose that the equilibrium price of T-shirts increases and the equilibrium quantity of T-shirts decreases. This is best explained by:

A. an increase in the demand for T-shirts.
B. an increase in the supply of T-shirts.
C. a decrease in the demand for T-shirts.
D. a decrease in the supply of T-shirts.


Answer: D

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