Suppose the price elasticity of demand of a firm for its product is -1.2. If the price of the product is increased by 5%, then it is most probable…

CA Foundation · Business Economics · PYQS · September 2024
Suppose the price elasticity of demand of a firm for its product is -1.2. If the price of the product is increased by 5%, then it is most probable that :
(A) A. Both total revenue and profit would decrease,
(B) B. Both total revenue and profit would increase.
(C) C. Total revenue would decrease but profit may increase.
(D) D. Total revenue would increase but profit may decrease.

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Correct Answer: Option (A)

A. Both total revenue and profit would decrease,

Topics: Theory of Demand and Supply

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