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For each pair of items below determine which product would have the higher price elasticity of demand (in absolute value).
a.Blood pressure medicine for someone who has high blood pressure or the purchase of Clairol hair coloring product.
b.A new Ford Fusion or a tank of gas for your current car.
c.A Seiko watch or watches in general.


Definitions:

Total Utility

The overall pleasure derived from using a certain quantity of goods or services.

Consumer Equilibrium

A state where a consumer has allocated their income in a way that maximizes their utility, given the prices of goods and services.

Total Utility

The complete satisfaction or happiness a consumer derives from consuming a particular quantity of goods or services.

Consumer Equilibrium

A state where a consumer has allocated their income in a way that maximizes their utility, given their budget constraints and the prices of goods and services.

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