If the Cross-Price Elasticity of Demand Between Beer and Wine

question 161

Multiple Choice

If the cross-price elasticity of demand between beer and wine is 0.31, then beer and wine are

• A)complements.
• B)price-inelastic goods.
• C)substitutes.
• D)necessities.

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