Q: Is a rationing the controlled distribution of scarce resources? ¶
A: Yes, and goods, or services, or an artificial restriction of demand.
Q: Was a rationing in place until 1948? ¶
A: Yes.
Q: Is a rationing often done to keep price below the equilibrium price determined by the process of supply and demand in an unfettered market? ¶
A: Yes.
Q: Was a rationing enforced? ¶
A: Yes.
Q: Is a rationing explicit? ¶
A: Yes.