Sept. 21 3rd Grade Shortage and Surplus

There are 100 people waiting in line to buy tickets to a concert. There are 75 tickets available. Is there a SHORTAGE or SURPLUS of tickets?

• shortage

• surplus

Bob is selling corn. He has 20 baskets to sell. Each basket is full. Bob ends up selling 17 baskets. Does he have a SHORTAGE or SURPLUS of corn?

• shortage

• surplus

When would a store put items on sale... if they have a SURPLUS or SHORTAGE of the item?

• shortage

• surplus

Which word means you have too much of an item or good?

• shortage

• surplus

Which word means you do not have enough of an item or good?

• shortage

• surplus