Suppose a Decrease in the Supply of Paper Results in an Increase

question 43

Multiple Choice

Suppose a decrease in the supply of paper results in an increase in revenue.This indicates that

• A)the demand for paper is inelastic.
• B)the demand for paper is elastic.
• C)the supply of paper is inelastic.
• D)the supply of paper is elastic.

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