Figure 5-16 -Refer to Figure 5-16.Using the Midpoint Method,what Is the Price

question 53

Multiple Choice

Figure 5-16
-Refer to Figure 5-16.Using the midpoint method,what is the price elasticity of supply between $4 and $6?

• A)0.75
• B)1.00
• C)1.20
• D)1.25

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