Assume That the Demand Curve for a Commodity Is Represented

question 30

Multiple Choice

Assume that the demand curve for a commodity is represented by the equation Q = 25 - 1.3P.Calculate the change in total spending for this commodity when price falls from $4.50 to $4.20.

• A)Total spending rises by $4.11.
• B)Total spending declines by $4.11.
• C)Total spending declines by $8.20.
• D)Total spending rises by $8.20.

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