Which of the following shows why individual demand curve for a good usually slopes downward...

ECONOMICS
JAMB 2023

Which of the following shows why individual demand curve for a good usually slopes downward from left to right?

  • A. More of commodities are offered for sale at a lower than higher prices
  • B. Marginal utility falls as consumption increases
  • C. The higher the price, the higher the quantity offered for sale
  • D. Prices are usually falling when demand is low

Correct Answer: A. More of commodities are offered for sale at a lower than higher prices

Explanation

A normal demand curve slopes downward from left to right indicating at higher price, less quantity will be demanded and vice versa.



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