If the Demand Curve Is Given by Q = a

question 36

Multiple Choice

If the demand curve is given by Q = a + bp, then b is

• A)positive.
• B)the quantity demanded when price is zero.
• C)the change in quantity demanded if price changes by 1.
• D)different at different points on the demand curve.

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