If the Demand Curve for a Product Is Vertical, Then

question 305

Multiple Choice

If the demand curve for a product is vertical, then

• A) the demand for the good is perfectly elastic.
• B) consumers are highly responsive to price changes.
• C) its price elasticity of demand is equal to zero.
• D) consumers may purchase all they want to at the established market price.

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