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John Stain estimates that the demand curve for his PaneMaster insulated windows is
given by
350-2P
Q
Currently, John is charging $150 per window, including installation. John is considering
a sale. Find the price elasticity of demand for PaneMaster Windows and comment on the
advisability of a sale.
=
a) EQp = -0.67 so the consequences of a sale cannot be determined
b) Eqp = -0.67, so a sale would increase profits
c) EQp = -6.00, so the consequences of a sale cannot be determined
d) EQp = -6.00, so a sale would increase profits
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Elasticity is used to measure the change in quantity due to change in price.
The deemand is said to be elastic when the absolute value of elasticity is greater than 1.
The demansd is said to be inelastic when the absolute value of elasticity is less than 1.
The formula of elasticity is given as :
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