Economic surplus iscomma for a given quantity of a product comma Part 2 A.a result from overproduction from prices above the equilibrium level. a result from overproduction from prices above the equilibrium level. B.the difference between the value to consumers and the additional costs to firms. the difference between the value to consumers and the additional costs to firms. C. gained by consumers only. D. borne entirely by producers. E.the difference between what consumers are willing to pay and a controlled price. the difference between what consumers are willing to pay and a controlled price