Suppose That the Price Elasticity of Demand for Grapefruit Is

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Multiple Choice

Suppose that the price elasticity of demand for grapefruit is -2.8.The introduction of a new variety that is cheaper to grow should cause consumer expenditures for grapefruit to:

• A) rise.
• B) fall.
• C) remain unchanged.
• D) it is not possible to answer with the information given.

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