ECO 415 - ECONOMICS Sept 2018 – Jan
2019
CHAPTER 2
DEMAND AND SUPPLY ANALYSIS
PART A:
Question 1:
a) Define supply and state the law of supply.
(3 marks)
b) Using a diagram, show how a decrease in price will lead to a decrease in quantity supplied.
(4 marks)
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Question 2:
a) Define supply. Explain the law of supply using a diagram.
(4 marks)
b) Suggest one (1) factor that could contribute to the increase in the crude oil supply.
(1 mark)
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PART B:
1. Explain four (4) factors which affect supply of computers in Malaysia.
(10 marks)
2. Define demand and the law of demand. Explain five (5) factors that cause an increase in the
demand for natural gas vehicles (NGV).
(12 marks)
3. Using appropriate diagrams, explain the differences between changes in quantity supplied and
changes in supply.
(10 marks)
4. With the help of appropriate diagrams, distinguish between a change in demand and a change in
quantity demanded.
(8 marks)
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