If the Cross-Price Elasticity of Demand Is -5, Good a and Good

question 67

Multiple Choice

If the cross-price elasticity of demand is -5, Good A and Good B are:

• A) inferior goods.
• B) complements.
• C) substitutes.
• D) normal goods.
• E) luxury goods.

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