If the Cross-Price Elasticity of Demand Between Shrimp and Oysters

question 30

Multiple Choice

If the cross-price elasticity of demand between shrimp and oysters is 4, then a 2% decrease in the price of shrimp will result in a(n) ________ in the quantity of oysters demanded.

• A) 0.5% decrease
• B) 8% decrease
• C) 4% decrease
• D) 2% increase

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Definitions:

Agriculture Commodities

Products derived from farming and agriculture, such as grains, livestock, and dairy products, which are traded on commodities markets.

Price Inelastic

Describes a situation where the quantity demanded of a good or service is not significantly affected by changes in its price.

Parity Ratio

The ratio used to assess the relative value of two currencies, commodities, or sets of data.

Prices Received

The amounts of money received by producers or sellers for the goods or services they sell, often subject to market conditions and demand.