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SGallaher96

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If a good's demand function is Q = 30 - 3P, then calculate the price elasticity of demand when
 
  a. good price is 3 using the point elasticity formula
  b. good price is 4 using the point elasticity formula
  c. good price decreases from 4 to 3, using the arc elasticity formula
  d. good price is 5, using the point elasticity formula
  e. good price increases from 4 to 5, using the arc elasticity formula

Question 2

Bundling
 
  A) is when firms sell multiple separate goods together for a single price.
  B) is where a firm wraps its fragile goods in special packaging and charges a higher price than if the goods are put into regular packaging.
  C) increases transaction costs for consumers.
  D) is illegal in most U.S. states.



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Answer to Question 1

(a) -0.429; (b) -0.667; (c) -0.538; (d) -1.000; (e) -0.818

Answer to Question 2

A



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