In a competitive market, the market demand is Qd = 60 - 6P and the market supply is Qs = 4P. A price ceiling of $3 will result in a

A. shortage of 15 units.
B. surplus of 30 units.
C. surplus of 12 units.
D. shortage of 30 units.


Answer: D

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