The Demand Curve Is Inelastic If the Absolute Value of the Elasticity

question 167

Multiple Choice

The demand curve is inelastic if the absolute value of the elasticity is:

• A) greater than 1.
• B) greater than 0.
• C) less than 1.
• D) equal to 1.

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