The Price Elasticity of Demand for Meat in General Is

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Multiple Choice

The price elasticity of demand for meat in general is inelastic while the price elasticity of demand for turkey or chicken is more elastic. Why?

• A) Turkey and chicken are not red meat. Because they are not the same as other meats, they should have different elasticities.
• B) Turkey and chicken have many substitutes, such as fish or beef, while meat in general has fewer substitutes.
• C) Turkey and chicken are inferior goods.
• D) Turkey and chicken are normal goods.

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