Conditions of Demand (Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE Economics)
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Written by: Steve Vorster
Reviewed by: Jenna Quinn
Shifts of the Demand Curve
There are numerous factors that will change the demand for a good/service, irrespective of the price level
Collectively, these factors are called the conditions of demand
Changes to each of the conditions of demand, shift the entire demand curve (as opposed to a movement along the demand curve)
For example, if a firm increases their Instagram advertising, there will be an increase in demand as more consumers become aware of the product
This is a shift in demand from D to D1
The price remains unchanged at £7 but the demand has increased from 15 to 25 units
How Each of the Conditions of Demand Shifts the Entire Demand Curve
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A Change in Tastes and Fashion | |
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Improved Advertising and Branding | |
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Changes in the Prices of Substitute Goods | |
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Changes in the Prices of Complementary goods | |
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Changes in Population Size or Distribution | |
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Examiner Tips and Tricks
The difference between a movement along the demand curve and a shift in demand is essential to understand. You will be repeatedly examined on this and it is important that you use the correct language to show that you understand the difference between a change in quantity demanded and a change in demand.
When price changes (ceteris paribus), there is a movement along the demand curve resulting in a change to quantity demanded. When a condition of demand changes, there is a shift of the entire demand curve resulting in a change to demand.
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