1 bi. If the demand law is given by x=20/(p+1), find Elasticity of demand with respect to price at the point when p = 3. ii. The demand x as a function of income y is given by 30x = 10+2y. Obtain the expression for the income elasticity of demand and its value when y = 250.
1 bi. If the demand law is given by x=20/(p+1), find Elasticity of demand with respect to price at the point when p = 3. ii. The demand x as a function of income y is given by 30x = 10+2y. Obtain the expression for the income elasticity of demand and its value when y = 250.
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1 bi.
If the demand law is given by x=20/(p+1), find Elasticity
of demand with respect to price at the point when p = 3.
ii. The demand x as a function of income y is given by
30x = 10+2y. Obtain the expression for the income elasticity of
demand and its value when y = 250.
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