The Cross-Price Elasticity of Demand Is Most Likely to Be

question 50

Multiple Choice

The cross-price elasticity of demand is most likely to be negative between which of the following pairs of goods?

• A) Hot dogs and hamburgers
• B) Peanut butter and jelly
• C) Butter and margarine
• D) Milk and pencils

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