If the cross elasticity of demand between goods X and Y is positive, what does this imply?

CA Foundation · Business Economics · MTP · May 2026
If the cross elasticity of demand between goods X and Y is positive, what does this imply?
(A) A. X and Y are complements
(B) B. X and Y are substitutes
(C) C. There is no relationship
(D) D. They are luxury goods

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Correct Answer: Option (B)

B. X and Y are substitutes

Topics: Theory of Demand and Supply

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