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Why do people buy more luxury goods when prices go up, defying the usual law of demand?

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Question

Why do people buy more luxury goods when prices go up, defying the usual law of demand?

Options

  • They expect future price drops

  • High price signals better quality

  • Luxury items are seen as status symbols

  • They are essential for survival

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Solution

Luxury items are seen as status symbols

Explanation:

Veblen goods are luxury or status goods, and demand increases with price because higher prices enhance their prestige.​

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