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Questions
What is meant by an increase in demand?
When does an 'increase' in demand take place?
Explain increase in Demand.
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Solution
Increased demand is a rise in commodity demand that results from a factor other than the item's price. More quantity is demanded at the same price.
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| Case I | Case II | ||
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