Practice mode Market

In which case will a shift in demand affect price more than quantity?

Correct answer D. The price elasticity of supply is +0.2

Explanation

When supply is inelastic, producers cannot quickly change output, so a shift in demand is absorbed mainly through a large price change. Elastic supply would instead let quantity adjust.

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