Price Elasticity of Demand Is Determined by a Number of Factors

question 2

Multiple Choice

Price elasticity of demand is determined by a number of factors, such as the availability of substitutes, the necessity of the product or service, and

• A) the cash outlay of the purchase relative to a person's disposable income.
• B) the stage of the product or service in its product life cycle.
• C) the degree of carrying costs for the manufacturer or distributor.
• D) the financial resources of the organization itself.
• E) the ability of the organization to meet sudden increases in demand.

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Definitions:

Holding-Period Return

The total return received from holding an asset or portfolio of assets over a period of time, typically expressed as a percentage.

Dividend

A payment made by a corporation to its shareholders, usually as a distribution of profits.

Nominal Rate of Interest

The rate of interest before adjustment for inflation, reflecting the rate at which money will grow over time without considering the purchasing power of that money.

Real Rate of Interest

The interest rate adjusted for inflation, reflecting the true cost of borrowing and the real yield to lenders or investors.