Question

If a 1 percent decrease in the price of a pound of squash results in a larger percentage decrease in the quantity supplied,

A demand is inelastic Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B demand is elastic. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C supply is inelastic Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D supply is elastic Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

When percentage change in quantity supplied is greater than the percentage change in own price of commodity, supply is said to be elastic.

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