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If the demand is elastic, what will be the effect of a fall in price on consumer's total outlay? - Economics

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If the demand is elastic, what will be the effect of a fall in price on consumer's total outlay?

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Total expenditure rises: If demand is elastic, a fall in price will lead to an increase in consumer's total expenditure. This is because the percentage increase in quantity demanded is greater than the percentage decrease in price.

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Chapter 4: Elasticity of Demand - TEST YOURSELF QUESTIONS [Page 73]

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Frank Economics [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 4 Elasticity of Demand
TEST YOURSELF QUESTIONS | Q 22. | Page 73
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