Imagine that the amount of milk being purchased in the United States suddenly decreased.

Which of the following is the most likely cause?

(1 point)
Responses

increased price of milk
increased price of milk

increased supply of milk
increased supply of milk

decreased demand for milk
decreased demand for milk

decreased competition for milk

1 answer

The most likely cause for a sudden decrease in the amount of milk being purchased in the United States is increased price of milk. When prices rise, consumers typically buy less of a good, leading to a decrease in the quantity purchased.