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Shortage

What shortage means in economics, as one of types of disequilibrium, with an example and a question to test yourself.

Definition
Shortage
A shortage, also called excess demand, is when the quantity demanded exceeds the quantity supplied at the existing price.
Example

Can you think of an example of shortage?

Test yourself

Can you name the two types of disequilibrium?

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