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Market Mechanism and the Theory of Equilibrium

May 21, 2025

Market Mechanism

Introduction

  • Chapter 6: Market Mechanism
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Equilibrium

  • Equilibrium: When demand and supply intersect each other
  • Equilibrium Price: The price where demand and supply are equal
  • Equilibrium Quantity: The quantity where demand and supply are equal
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Perspectives of Demand and Supply

Demand Side

  • Demand is generated by buyers because the commodity provides utility
  • The consumer is ready to pay the price if they receive utility

Supply Side

  • Supply is provided by producers
  • Producers aim to maximize profit
  • It is possible to earn more profit by increasing price

Market Position and Price Determination

  • Equilibrium Position: Where demand and supply are equal
  • Excess Supply: Supply is more and demand is less
  • Excess Demand: Demand is more and supply is less
  • Price is reduced or increased depending on the situation

Diagram

  • Price and quantity determination through a diagram
  • Excess supply and excess demand explained through a diagram

Stable Equilibrium

  • Stable Equilibrium: Re-established even with a small disturbance
  • Importance of stable equilibrium in board exams

Case Studies

  • Impact of demand and supply changes through various case studies
  • Explanation of 18 different cases

Price Ceiling

  • Maximum Price Legislation: Maximum price limit set by the government
  • Generally applicable to essential goods
  • Diagram of price ceiling and its impact

Price Floor

  • Minimum Price Legislation: Minimum price limit set by the government
  • Generally applicable to agricultural products
  • Diagram of minimum support price and its impact

Conclusion

  • In-depth study of market mechanism is necessary
  • Deep understanding of the subject matter through diagrams and case studies

These notes will help you comprehensively understand the key points of the market mechanism and assist in preparing for the board exams.