External Shocks
Unexpected, sudden events affecting supply or demand.
Real World
Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022 was an external shock that disrupted global wheat and sunflower oil supply, causing food prices to spike and consumer demand to shift toward cheaper substitutes.
Exam Focus
State whether the shock affects supply or demand (or both), and the direction of the resulting price/quantity change — examiners award marks for precision.
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