You Are the Manager of a Gas Station and Your

question 86

Multiple Choice

You are the manager of a gas station and your goal is to maximize profits.Based on your past experience,the elasticity of demand by Texans for a car wash is −4,while the elasticity of demand by non-Texans for a car wash is −6.If you charge Texans $20 for a car wash,how much should you charge a man with Oklahoma license plates for a car wash?

• A) $1.50
• B) $15.00
• C) $18.00
• D) $20.00

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Definitions:

Cash Receipts

The collection of cash, typically by a business from its customers, for goods or services provided.

Credit Sales

Credit sales are transactions where the customer purchases goods or services with an agreement to pay at a later date.

Cash Budget

A cash budget is a financial plan that estimates cash inflows and outflows over a specific period of time.

Housekeeping Budget

A financial plan allocating funds to maintain cleanliness, equipment, and supplies for housekeeping operations within an organization.