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प्रश्न
With the help of a suitable diagram, explain the following degree of elasticity of supply.
Es = ∞
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उत्तर
When there is an infinite supply at a particular price, then the supply is said to be perfectly elastic. The supply curve is a horizontal straight line parallel to the x-axis, as shown in the diagram. Quantity supplied can be OM, OQ or ON at the same price as OP.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Identify the elasticity of supply for the following with proper reasoning:
Primitive and advanced technology.
Explain any three factors affecting elasticity of supply.
Which of the following statements are true?
The cost of production will increase if
- The government gives subsidies
- The firm uses obsolete technology
- The price of diesel increases
Identify the correct sequence of alternatives given in Column II by matching them with respective terms in Column:
| Column I | Column II |
| A. Perfectly Inelastic | (i) Es > 1 |
| B. Perfectly Elastic | (ii) Es < 1 |
| C. Inelastic | (iii) Es = 0 |
| D. Highly Elastic | (iv) Es = infinity |
Choose the correct alternative:
When is the supply of a commodity is called elastic?
Draw and briefly explain a perfectly inelastic supply curve.
If the price of a commodity increases by 50% and its supply increases by 25% then calculate the price elasticity of supply following the percentage method. Identify the degree of price elasticity.
When is supply of a good unitary elastic?
Draw a straight line supply curve of the following situation.
More than unitary elastic
Draw relatively inelastic supply.
