Asked by
Tomasina Sciaretta
on Oct 26, 2024Verified
If a good is a necessity with few substitutes,then demand will tend to:
A) be relatively price-elastic.
B) be relatively price-inelastic.
C) have price elasticity equal to 1.
D) be the same as that of a luxury good.
Necessity
A good or service that is essential for survival and basic quality of life, such as food and shelter.
Few Substitutes
A market condition where there are limited alternatives available for a particular product or service, potentially leading to higher prices.
Price-Inelastic
Describes a situation where the demand for a good or service is relatively unchanged despite changes in its price.
- Evaluate the difference between goods considered necessities and those viewed as luxuries by analyzing price elasticity.
Verified Answer
JT
Learning Objectives
- Evaluate the difference between goods considered necessities and those viewed as luxuries by analyzing price elasticity.