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Question
State whether the following statement is True or False.
Demand for perishable goods is inelastic.
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Solution
This statement is true.
Explanation:
The demand for perishable goods is inelastic because such goods (like fruits, vegetables, milk, bread, etc.) cannot be stored for long and are necessary for daily use. Even if their price changes, consumers cannot easily postpone or avoid their purchase, so the quantity demanded does not change much with a change in price.
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