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Q · Law of ElasticityMedium · 45s
If the demand for a commodity is inelastic, then an increase in its price will:
TopicLaw of Elasticity
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Inelastic demand means quantity demanded doesn’t fall much; so TR rises with price.
Final Answer: Option B — Increase total expenditure