If the Absolute Value of the Price Elasticity of Demand

question 169

Multiple Choice

If the absolute value of the price elasticity of demand for aspirin equals 0.8 then

• A)aspirin is a normal good.
• B)the demand for aspirin is inelastic.
• C)aspirin has few substitutes.
• D)the demand for aspirin is elastic.

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