Owners of a Bowling Alley Have Determined That the Price

question 34

Multiple Choice

Owners of a bowling alley have determined that the price elasticity of demand for bowling by seniors is -3.0, while the price elasticity of demand for others is -1.8. How much more should others be charged than seniors?

• A) 67%
• B) 50%
• C) 60%
• D) 25%

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Laffer Curve

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