the figure above shows a stores supply-demand graph for lawn chairs. if the store makes $800 by selling lawn chairs, which of the following is a possible valid price for them?
a. $50
b. $40
c. $25
d. $20

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a. $50

b. $40

c. $25

d. $20

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Identify the demand and supply equations

Determine the maximum quantity supplied and demanded at each option

Calculate actual quantity sold and total revenue

Evaluate options against the given revenue target

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