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A hurricane hits the coast of the United States, destroying oyster farms. Afterward,

oyster farmers have far fewer oysters to sell to stores and restaurants.
What is this situation an example of?
A. Incentive
B. Demand
C. Scarcity
D. Trade-off

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User Kapitan
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The answer would be Scarcity because they are short supply do to the hurricane.
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User Pavan Vora
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Answer: C. Scarcity

The situation is an example of scarcity.
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User Ezod
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