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Question
Sate whether the price elasticity of demand is inelastic, relatively elastic, highly elastic or highly inelastic. Give reasons to support your answer.
Demand for precious stones and costly jewellery
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Solution
Their demand is inelastic. Costly diamonds and jewellery are demanded by very rich persons who do not bother price change much.
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