Q. Consumer surplus arises in a market because
A) some consumers are willing to pay less than the equilibrium price but do not need to do so
B) some consumers are willing to pay more than the equilibrium price but do not need to do so
C) at market price, the quantity demanded is greater than the quantity supplied
D) at market price, the quantity demanded is less than the quantity supplied
✔ Correct Answer: some consumers are willing to pay more than the equilibrium price but do not need to do so
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