Market Equilibrium
Point where quantity supplied equals quantity demanded at a particular price.
Formula
Equilibrium: Quantity Supplied = Quantity Demanded
Real World
In 2021, global semiconductor shortages meant supply fell short of demand from car manufacturers like Ford, pushing prices above equilibrium and creating a persistent shortage.
Exam Focus
Always explain what happens when a market is away from equilibrium — describe the price adjustment mechanism back to balance.
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