If the Quantity Supplied Increases from 100 to 150 If

question 5

Multiple Choice

If the quantity supplied increases from 100 to 150 if the price rises from 5 to 10, what is the price elasticity of supply according to the arc (or midpoint) method?

• A)1/5
• B)2/5
• C)3/5
• D)1
• E)None of the above

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