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Question
mention any two examples of composite demand.
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Solution
Two examples of composite demand are as follows:
Milk: Milk is a composite good since it has numerous applications and may be consumed in a variety of forms, including curd, ice cream, shakes, cheese, and so on.
Steel: It is a composite good since it may be used to make bus bodies, room coolers, autos, and other items.
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