For a Particular Good,a 5 Percent Increase in Price Causes

question 237

Multiple Choice

For a particular good,a 5 percent increase in price causes a 2 percent decrease in quantity demanded.Which of the following statements is most likely applicable to this good?

• A)There are many close substitutes for this good.
• B)The good is a luxury.
• C)The market for the good is broadly defined.
• D)The relevant time horizon is long.

Recognize the appropriate graphical representation for different types of economic data.

Understand the consensus and disagreements among economists on key economic propositions.

Analyze how differences in values and scientific judgments can lead to conflicting advice from economists.

Comprehend the basic components and movements within coordinate system graphs.

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