If the Elasticity of Supply Coefficient for a Good Is

question 24

Multiple Choice

If the elasticity of supply coefficient for a good is 6, we know:

• A)​that for every 1% increase in quantity, there will be a 6% increase in price.
• B)​that for every 1% increase in quantity, there will be a 6% decrease in price.
• C)​that for every 6% increase in quantity, there will be a 1% increase in price.
• D)​that for every 6% increase in quantity, there will be a 1% decrease in price.

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Definitions:

Wages

Payment to resource owners for their labor.

Externality

A consequence of an economic activity experienced by unrelated third parties; it can be either positive or negative.

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The accuracy of an estimate in terms of how closely it predicts the actual value, often relevant in statistical analyses and forecasting.

Opportunity Cost

The loss of potential gain from other alternatives when one alternative is chosen.