If the Price Elasticity of Demand for a Good Is

question 191

Multiple Choice

If the price elasticity of demand for a good is 1.2,then a 3 percent decrease in price results in a

• A)0.4 percent increase in the quantity demanded.
• B)2.5 percent increase in the quantity demanded.
• C)3.6 percent increase in the quantity demanded.
• D)6 percent increase in the quantity demanded.

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Definitions:

Reagan Administration

The period of U.S. presidency under Ronald Reagan, from 1981 to 1989, known for its conservative policies, economic reforms, and efforts to end the Cold War.

Tax Cuts

Reductions in the amount of taxes imposed by a government on individuals or entities, typically aimed at stimulating economic growth or achieving other policy objectives.

Aggregate Demand

Represents the total demand for all goods and services in an economy at various price levels, within a specific time frame.

Stagflation

A contraction, or stagnation, of a nation’s output accompanied by inflation in the price level.