Assume that there are 1000 identical consumers in the


Assume that there are 1,000 identical consumers in the market for good X, each with the same income and the same preferences. When the price of X is $50, the typical consumer 4 is willing and able to purchase 20 units of X. When the price of X is $40, the typical consumer is willing and able to purchase 25 units of X. (a) Construct the market demand curve (assume it is a straight line) and calculate the loss of consumer surplus if the price increases from $40 to $50. (b) Show the effect of an increase in price from $40 to $50 on a typical consumer, i.e., illustrate the income and substitution effects. 

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