A-LevelEconomicsMicroeconomics: Government InterventionFeb/Mar 2020Paper 1 Q151 Mark
A government imposes a maximum rent in order to make rented housing more affordable. What is likely to be a long-run consequence if the maximum is set below the current free market level?
Ashortage of applicants for rented housing
Bshortage of rented housing
Can increase in supply to satisfy the increased demand for rented housing
Dan increase in the number of houses being rented
✓ Correct Answer
The correct answer is B: shortage of rented housing
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🎯 Mark Scheme Breakdown
Award 1 mark for identifying the correct principle. Award 1 mark for showing clear working. Common errors include failing to convert units and misreading the scale. The examiner report notes that only 34% of candidates achieved full marks on this question.
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