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If commodity X is a by-product of commodity Y , this implies that both commodities are

  • A.
    in competitive supply
  • B.
    in composite supply
  • C.
    jointly supplied
  • D.
    in excess supply
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation

When the process of making one thing results in a second product as well, that second thing is called a byproduct. Example The production of computer systems, require a software to function, hence would be jointly supplied.

Composite Supply is one where 2 or more goods or services are supplied together.