2.4 - Supply
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Meaning of Supply
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Let's start with the meaning of supply. Supply refers to the quantity of a good that a seller is willing and able to sell at a specific price and time. Can anyone summarize this?
Supply is what sellers can offer based on a price!
Exactly! So, if the price goes up, what do you think happens to supply?
It should increase, right?
Yes, that’s correct! Remember, we have a direct relationship where price affects the quantity supplied.
Law of Supply
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Now, let’s talk about the Law of Supply. What does it state?
It says that if the price rises, supply goes up too.
Correct! And why is it important to understand this law?
It helps us predict how suppliers will react to price changes.
Absolutely right! To help remember, think of 'Supply Soars with Price' (SSP). Does anyone want to elaborate on what factors influence supply?
Supply Schedule and Curve
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Moving on, can anyone explain what a Supply Schedule is?
It's a table showing the quantity supplied at different prices!
Exactly! And how about the Supply Curve?
It's an upward-sloping graph showing supply's relationship with price.
Perfect! Remember, the curve reflects the same concept visually. Anyone have questions on supply schedules and curves before we move on?
Factors Affecting Supply
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Let’s discuss the factors that affect supply. Can anyone name one?
The price of the commodity!
Right! What about another factor?
Technology can affect how much we can produce.
Excellent point! In fact, technology can improve efficiency. Let's remember: 'PRICE & TECH!' to recall these factors. Any other thoughts on factors influencing supply?
Review of Key Supply Concepts
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To wrap up, can someone summarize the Law of Supply for me?
When prices go up, supply goes up!
Great! And how do we represent supply?
Using a Supply Schedule and Supply Curve!
Perfect! Recognizing factors like price, technology, and government policies helps us understand those curves better. Well done, everyone!
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Supply, a fundamental component in economics, refers to the quantity of a good that sellers are willing and able to sell at various prices. This section covers the law of supply, the supply schedule and curve, and various factors that influence supply, which together illustrate the relationship between price and quantity supplied.
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In economics, supply is defined as the quantity of a commodity that sellers are willing and able to sell at a specified price and time. The Law of Supply stipulates that, ceteris paribus (holding other variables constant), an increase in price will result in an increase in the quantity supplied, establishing a direct relationship between price and quantity supplied. This section also presents the Supply Schedule, which is a tabular representation of supply at various price points, and the Supply Curve, which visually illustrates the same relationship as an upward sloping curve. Factors that influence supply include the commodity's price, prices of related goods, production costs, technology, government policies, natural conditions, and future expectations. Understanding these concepts is essential for analyzing market behavior and making economic decisions.
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Meaning of Supply
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● Supply is the quantity of a commodity that a seller is willing and able to offer for sale at a given price and time.
Detailed Explanation
The 'meaning of supply' explains what supply is in economic terms. It defines supply as the amount of a product that sellers are ready to sell at a certain price and within a specific timeframe. This means that both willingness and ability are necessary, indicating that sellers must not only want to sell but also have the means to do so.
Examples & Analogies
Think of a bakery that produces bread. The quantities of bread that the bakery is willing and able to sell at different prices are its supply. If the demand for bread increases, the bakery might produce more bread to meet this demand.
Law of Supply
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● States that other things being constant, when the price of a commodity rises, its supply also rises, and when the price falls, supply also falls.
● This is a direct relationship between price and quantity supplied.
Detailed Explanation
The 'law of supply' describes how price impacts the amount of a product suppliers are willing to sell. It states that there is a direct relationship; as prices increase, suppliers are motivated to produce and offer more of the product because they can earn more revenue. Conversely, if prices decrease, suppliers will provide less of the product, as the incentive to produce diminishes.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine a farmer growing oranges. If the market price for oranges rises, the farmer might increase their production to take advantage of the higher prices because selling more oranges would generate more income. Conversely, if prices drop significantly, the farmer may decide to produce fewer oranges or even abandon growing them entirely.
Supply Schedule and Curve
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● Supply Schedule: A table showing quantities supplied at different prices.
● Supply Curve: An upward sloping curve showing the direct relationship between price and quantity.
Detailed Explanation
A 'supply schedule' is a tabular representation that illustrates how many units of a good or service suppliers are willing to sell at various price levels. In contrast, the 'supply curve' is a graphical representation where the quantity supplied increases as the price rises, creating an upward slope on the graph. This visualization helps us understand how sellers respond to price changes.
Examples & Analogies
Consider a tech company releasing a new smartphone. It creates a supply schedule that lists how many units it will sell at price points like $500, $600, and $700. Plotting this on a graph would create a supply curve that slopes upwards, clearly showing that at higher prices, the company is willing to supply more smartphones.
Factors Affecting Supply
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- Price of the commodity
- Prices of related goods
- Cost of production
- Technology used
- Government policies (taxes, subsidies)
- Natural conditions
- Future expectations
Detailed Explanation
Several factors influence supply, such as: 1) the price of the commodity itself, which can increase or decrease supply; 2) prices of related goods, where the supply of one good may be affected by the price change of another; 3) cost of production, as higher production costs can limit supply; 4) technology improvements that can enhance efficiency and output; 5) government policies that can either encourage or discourage production through taxes or subsidies; 6) natural conditions, such as weather, which can affect agricultural products; and 7) future expectations, where suppliers anticipate future demand or price changes.
Examples & Analogies
For instance, if a coffee farmer learns that coffee prices are expected to rise next year, they might increase current supply by planting more coffee trees. Conversely, if a sudden drought occurs, the farmer might have to reduce their supply due to reduced yield.
Key Concepts
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Supply: Refers to the quantity of a good that sellers are willing to sell at a specific price.
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Law of Supply: A principle that states that price and quantity supplied are directly related.
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Supply Schedule: A tabular representation showing the quantities of a good supplied at various prices.
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Supply Curve: A graphical depiction of the supply relationship, typically upward sloping.
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Factors Affecting Supply: Elements that can influence supply, including price, technology, and government policies.
Examples & Applications
If the price of apples increases, apple suppliers are likely to produce and sell more apples.
When new technology allows farmers to produce crops more efficiently, the supply of those crops increases.
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Rhymes
In the supply zone, prices rise, sellers rejoice and increase their size.
Stories
Imagine a farmer noticing that the price of corn has doubled. Excited, he plants more corn to sell, recalling his motto: 'When prices go high, my supplies must fly!'
Memory Tools
Remember 'SPLAT' for factors affecting supply: Supply Price, Labor costs, ATS technology, and Taxes.
Acronyms
Use 'P-Cows-G' to remember the factors affecting supply
Price
Cost of production
Other goods' prices
Weather conditions
and Government policies.
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Glossary
- Supply
The quantity of a commodity that a seller is willing and able to offer for sale at a given price and time.
- Law of Supply
States that when other factors remain constant, an increase in price results in an increase in quantity supplied, and vice versa.
- Supply Schedule
A table showing the quantities of a good that sellers are willing to sell at different prices.
- Supply Curve
A graph that shows the relationship between price and quantity supplied, typically upward sloping.
- Factors Affecting Supply
Various elements that can influence the supply of a good, including price, production costs, technology, and government policies.
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