The Optimal Mark-Up Is: M = -1/ (E+1)

question 17

Multiple Choice

The optimal mark-up is: m = -1/ (E+1) .When the mark-up on cookware equals 50%,then demand elasticity (E) for cookware is:

• A) -1
• B) -1.5
• C) -2
• D) -3

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