Suppose the Price Elasticity of Demand for Eggs Is −0

question 142

Multiple Choice

Suppose the price elasticity of demand for eggs is −0.27. Therefore, an increase in the price of eggs will cause:

• A) a decrease in egg suppliers' total revenue.
• B) an increase in the demand for eggs.
• C) an increase in egg suppliers' total revenue.
• D) an increase in the quantity demand of eggs.

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