For Each Pair of Items Below Determine Which Product Would

question 291

Essay

For each pair of items below determine which product would have the higher price elasticity of demand (in absolute value).
A)Insulin for a diabetic or aspirin for someone suffering a headache.
B)A new Whirlpool 27 cu.ft.side-by-side refrigerator or electricity to power your all-electric home.
C)A can of Red Bull or soft drinks in general.

• A)Insulin for a diabetic or aspirin for someone suffering a headache.
• B)A new Whirlpool 27 cu.ft.side-by-side refrigerator or electricity to power your all-electric home.
• C)A can of Red Bull or soft drinks in general.

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