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Economics Question on The elasticity of demand and its measurement

Suppose the price elasticity of demand for a good is (-)1. At a price of ₹4 per unit, demand for the good is 40 units. Suppose the price of the good increases to ₹6 per unit, and as a result, the demand for the good will be_____

A

10 units

B

20 units

C

30 units

D

40 units

Answer

20 units

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (B) :20 units