ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Demand is more elastic at higher prices and less elastic at lower prices along a linear demand curve.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -We have noted that a linear demand curve is more elastic where prices are relatively high and quantities relatively low and less elastic where prices are relatively low and quantities relatively high. We can be even more specific.

Detailed explanation-2: -Many factors determine the demand elasticity for a product, including price levels, the type of product or service, income levels, and the availability of any potential substitutes. High-priced products often are highly elastic because, if prices fall, consumers are likely to buy at a lower price.

Detailed explanation-3: -The price elasticity of demand in absolute value increase as we move upward along the linear demand curve. In the lower part of the demand curve, the elasticity value is low and equal to unity in the middle. Thus, the demand is elastic in the upper part of the demand curve, which is greater than one.

Detailed explanation-4: -The price elasticity of demand varies between different pairs of points along a linear demand curve. The lower the price and the greater the quantity demanded, the lower the absolute value of the price elasticity of demand.

Detailed explanation-5: -The price elasticity of demand varies between different pairs of points along a linear demand curve. The lower the price and the greater the quantity demanded, the lower the absolute value of the price elasticity of demand.

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