The market equilibrium price and supply and demand curves

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1. During 2005, Orlando, Florida, was increasing rapidly, with new jobs luring young people into the area. Despite rise in population and income growth that expanded demand for housing, the price of existing houses barely increased. Why? Illustrate answer with supply and demand curves.

2. The United States government administers two programs that affect the market for cigarettes. Media campaigns and labeling requirements are aimed at making the public aware of the health dangers of cigarettes. At the same time, the Department of Agriculture maintains price supports for tobacco. Under this program, the supported price is above the market equilibrium price, and the government limits the amount of land that can be devoted to tobacco production. Are these two programs at odds with the goal of reducing cigarette consumption? As a part of your answer, illustrate graphically the effects of both policies on the market for cigarettes

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