Suppose the Price of a Cookie Is $2

question 46

Multiple Choice

Suppose the price of a cookie is $2.50 and the quantity demanded is 50. When the price drops to $1, the quantity demanded increases to 200. Using the midpoint method, what is the price elasticity of demand?

• A) −1.40
• B) −0.72
• C) −140
• D) −7.2

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