When Demand Is Elastic, a Fall in Price Causes Total

question 253

Multiple Choice

When demand is elastic, a fall in price causes total revenue to rise because

• A)when price falls, quantity sold increases so total revenue automatically rises.
• B)the increase in quantity sold is large enough to offset the lower price.
• C)the percentage increase in quantity demanded is less than the percentage fall in price.
• D)the demand curve shifts.

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Definitions:

Competitive Price-Taker Firm

A business that has no control over the market price and must accept the prevailing price set by market supply and demand conditions.

Price

The amount of money required to purchase a good or service, reflecting its value in economic transactions.

Quantity

Refers to the amount or number of units or items available, produced, or consumed in a given context.

Competition

The rivalry among businesses to attract customers, increase sales, and achieve market dominance.