The Local Convenience Store Advertises 50% Off Frozen Slushies

question 119

Multiple Choice

The local convenience store advertises 50% off frozen slushies. As a result of the sale, the store sells 80% more slushies, but 20% fewer fountain drinks. The cross elasticity between slushies and fountain drinks is _____.

• A) 4.0
• B) 0.4
• C) 1.6
• D) -0.4

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