For a Particular Good, a 3 Percent Increase in Price

question 23

Multiple Choice

For a particular good, a 3 percent increase in price causes a 10 percent decrease in quantity demanded. Which of the following statements is most likely applicable to this good?

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

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