The Elasticity of Demand Is Used to

question 36

Multiple Choice

The elasticity of demand is used to

• A) determine if consumers will or will not buy a product.
• B) measure how responsive consumers are to a change in price.
• C) determine in what direction the demand curve shifts if income changes.
• D) find the market equilibrium.
• E) determine if a change in price results in a shortage or a surplus.

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Definitions:

Trade Restrictions

Regulations imposed by governments to limit the free exchange of goods and services across borders, including tariffs, quotas, and embargoes.

Specific Tariff

A specific tariff is a fixed fee imposed by a government on each unit of imported goods, based on quantity rather than value.

Lump-Sum Tax

A fixed amount of tax that an individual or business is required to pay, regardless of income or transaction value.