The Fundamental Determinant of the Elasticity of Demand Is

question 218

Multiple Choice

The fundamental determinant of the elasticity of demand is:

• A) how quickly per-unit costs increase with an increase in production.
• B) tastes and preferences.
• C) population.
• D) the number and closeness of substitutes.

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