If the Price Elasticity of Supply Is 1

question 9

Multiple Choice

If the price elasticity of supply is 1.5,and a price increase led to a 1.8% increase in quantity supplied,then the price increase is about

• A)0.67%.
• B)0.83%.
• C)1.20%.
• D)2.70%.

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Definitions:

Consumption

is the act of using goods and services to satisfy needs or desires, often discussed in the context of consumer behavior in economics.

Earnings

The amount of money received by an individual or organization in return for labor or services provided, or from investments.

Utility Function

A mathematical model representing an individual's preference ordering over a set of goods or outcomes.

Consumption

Consumption refers to the use of goods and services by households. It is an important component of GDP and economic analysis.