When calculating price elasticity of demand, if the percentage change in price is negative, then the percentage change in quantity demanded is typically:
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Step 1: When calculating price elasticity of demand, the formula is: \[ \text{Price Elasticity of Demand} = \frac{\% \text{ Change in Quantity Demanded}}{\% \text{ Change in Price}} \] Show more…
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