Figure 2.3.2 above is a reproduction of Figure 2.9 in the textbook, which describes the market for mineral resources across time. The downward-sloping line that crosses the equilibrium points is called:

A) the market decline curve.
B) the market rise path.
C) the long-run path of price and consumption.
D) the industry supply curve.

Long-run Path

The trajectory of economic performance or growth when all factors of production can change and adapt.

Market Decline Curve

Graphical representation that shows the decrease in demand or value of a market or product over time.

Equilibrium Points

The state in a market where supply equals demand, and there is no incentive for price or quantity to change.