Calculate the price elasticity of demand using the mid-point method: 1. When there is a movement from point X to point Y and also mention if the demand is elastic or inelastic. 2. When there is a movement from point Y to point Z and also mention if the demand is elastic or inelastic.

Calculate the price elasticity of demand using the mid-point method: 1. When there is a movement from point X to point Y and also mention if the demand is elastic or inelastic. 2. When there is a movement from point Y to point Z and also mention if the demand is elastic or inelastic.

ENGR.ECONOMIC ANALYSIS

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