What Does This Graph Suggest About Green Tea? Choose Two Answers?

Is green tea elastic or inelastic?

Green tea is inelastic in terms of supply.

What does P represent on the graph?

Learning Objectives –

Explain how to construct a simple graph that shows the relationship between two variables

It’s important to know the terminology of graphs in order to understand and manipulate them. Let’s begin with a visual representation of the terms (shown in Figure 1), and then we can discuss each one in greater detail. Figure 1. Graph Terminology. Throughout this course we will refer to the horizontal line at the base of the graph as the x-axis, We will refer to the vertical line on the left hand side of the graph as the y-axis, This is the standard convention for graphs.

• In economics, we commonly use graphs with price (p) represented on the y-axis, and quantity (q) represented on the x-axis.
• An intercept is where a line on a graph crosses (“intercepts”) the x-axis or the y-axis.
• Mathematically, the x-intercept is the value of x when y = 0.
• Similarly, the y-intercept is the value of y when x = 0.

You can see the x-intercepts and y-intercepts on the graph above. The point where two lines on a graph cross is called an intersection point, The other important term to know is slope, The slope tells us how steep a line on a graph is as we move from one point on the line to another point on the line.

Now that you know the “parts” of a graph, let’s turn to the equation for a line:In any equation for a line, m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.Let’s use the same equation we used earlier, in the section on solving algebraic equations, y = 9 + 3x, which can also be written as:y = 3x + 9

In this equation for a line, the b term is 9 and the m term is 3. The table below shows the values of x and y for this equation. To construct the table, just plug in a series of different values for x, and then calculate the resulting values for y.

Values for the Slope Intercept Equation

x	y
	9
1	12
2	15
3	18
4	21
5	24
6	27

Next we can place each of these points on a graph. We can start with 0 on the x -axis and plot a point at 9 on the y -axis. We can do the same with the other pairs of values and draw a line through all the points, as on the graph in Figure 2, below. Figure 2. Slope and Algebra of a Straight Line. This example illustrates how the b and m terms in an equation for a straight line determine the position of the line on a graph. As noted above, the b term is the y -intercept. The reason is that if x = 0, the b term will reveal where the line intercepts, or crosses, the y -axis.

In this example, the line hits the vertical axis at 9. The m term in the equation for the line is the slope. Remember that slope is defined as rise over run; the slope of a line from one point to another is the change in the vertical axis divided by the change in the horizontal axis. In this example, each time the x term increases by 1 (the run), the y term rises by 3.

Thus, the slope of this line is therefore 3/1 = 3. Specifying a y -intercept and a slope—that is, specifying b and m in the equation for a line—will identify a specific line. Although it is rare for real-world data points to arrange themselves as a perfectly straight line, it often turns out that a straight line can offer a reasonable approximation of actual data.

What graph shows the price of a good compared to the quantity demanded?

What Is the Difference Between a Demand Curve and a Supply Curve? – A demand curve represents the relationship between the price of a good or service and the quantity demanded for a given period of time. Typically, as the price rises, the demand falls; as a result, the curve slopes down from left to right.

What is the fact that quantity demanded changed by more than the price change suggest that?

Transcript – The word “elasticity” is commonly used to describe things that have a stretchy quality to them. Rubber bands are elastic and have a stretchy quality to them. But just how elastic are rubber bands? One way to answer that question is by stretching a rubber band across your finger and shooting it across the room.

However, to an economist, the elasticity or stretchiness, of rubber bands can have a whole other meaning. The economist would likely refer to how much the quantity of rubber bands demanded changes—or how much it stretches—when the price of rubber bands changes. Specifically, the economist would be referring to something called the price elasticity of demand and probably wouldn’t be too focused on the elastic quality that propels a rubber band off your finger: unless you hit the economist with the rubber band.

The law of demand tells us that when the price of a good or service rises, consumers tend to buy less of it. Likewise, when the price of a good or service falls, consumers tend to buy more of it. However, the law of demand does not tell us how much more or less consumers tend to buy.

• For some goods, the quantity demanded stretches a lot when the price changes: for others, not so much.
• That’s where the price elasticity of demand comes in.
• It is a measure of how sensitive, or responsive, consumers are to a change in price.
• For any given good or service, the price elasticity of demand measures how much the quantity demanded by consumers responds to a change in the price of that good or service.

So a good that is price elastic has a very stretchy quantity response when there is a change in price. In economic terms, the quantity demanded of that good changes a lot when there is a change in the price of that good. What do I mean by “changes a lot”? Well, if the percent change in the quantity demanded is greater than the percent change in the price, economists label the demand for the good as elastic,

1. For example, if the price of a good increases by 10 percent and the quantity demanded of that good decreases by 20 percent, that good is said to have elastic demand.
2. The quantity demanded has stretched a lot relative to the change in price.
3. In such a case, consumers are considered sensitive, or responsive, to a change in the price of that good.

On the other hand, a good that is inelastic does not have very stretchy demand. In economic terms, the quantity demanded does not change a lot when the price changes. What do I mean by “does not change a lot”? If the percent change in quantity demanded is less than the percent change in price, economists label the demand for the good as inelastic,

So, if the price of a good increases by 10 percent and the quantity demanded decreases by only 5 percent, that good is said to have inelastic demand. The quantity demanded does not stretch much relative to the change in price. In this case, consumers are not considered very sensitive, or responsive, to a change in the price of that good.

There’s another possible combination. If the percent change in a good’s price is offset by an equal percent change in the quantity demanded, economists would label the demand for that good as unit elastic, So if a price of a good increases by 20 percent and the quantity demanded decreases by 20 percent, the demand for that good is considered unit elastic.

The price of black Nike Air Jordan shoes increases by 10% and the quantity demanded decreases by 20%. Are black Nike Air Jordan shoes elastic or inelastic? – Elastic.

If the price of natural gas increases by 10% and the quantity demanded decreases by 5%. Is natural gas elastic or inelastic? – Inelastic

But why is a certain brand of shoe more elastic than natural gas? Several factors can influence whether a good or service is elastic or inelastic. Let’s discuss the four primary factors of elasticity of demand: The first factor of elasticity of demand is whether the good is considered a necessity or a luxury.

1. Necessities are more inelastic than luxuries.
2. So, if you consider the natural gas that runs your furnace and heats your home in the winter a necessity, you will likely keep buying approximately the same amount even if the price goes up.
3. You may turn the thermostat down a little lower, but you will likely reduce the quantity you demand by a smaller percentage than the percent increase in the price.

As it turns out, other consumers react in a similar way. In economic terms, the demand for natural gas in the winter tends to be relatively price inelastic. But what about cowboy boots? For me, cowboy boots are not a necessity. So, if the price of cowboy boots were to rise, the quantity I demand would fall.

In fact, the quantity I demand would fall a lot. If others behaved similarly, we might assume the demand for cowboy boots is relatively price elastic. When the price goes up, the quantity demanded goes down a lot. A second factor is the portion of your income you give up to buy something. Anything you purchase takes a portion of your income.

It may be a small portion or a large portion. Say that for dinner you regularly eat steak, followed by an after dinner mint. While you consider both an essential part of a good meal, one important difference is the price relative to your grocery budget.

1. Steak tends to be much more expensive than mints.
2. In fact, if the price of steak and mints both doubled in price, you’d likely continue to buy mints, but perhaps choose something else as your main course.
3. The demand for steak tends to be more price elastic than the demand for after dinner mints.
4. The third factor of price elasticity is the availability of close substitutes.

A good with few close substitutes tends to be more inelastic than those with many substitutes. Why? Well, when the price of that good rises, you may start looking for substitutes to purchase to avoid paying the higher price. The more substitutes there are, the less likely you—and other people—are to buy the good at the higher price.

1. When thinking about price changes, it’s important to distinguish between a change in the price of a specific product and a change in the price of a product category.
2. For example, consider shoes in general, a product category.
3. If the price of shoes rises—that is, all shoes cost more—there are few substitutes for shoes so you, and most other consumers—will likely still buy shoes in spite of the price increase.

Using economic terms, consumers will not be very sensitive, or responsive, to price changes—so the demand for shoes will likely be price inelastic. It will stay relatively the same. However, consider the price of a specific good within the category—say black Nike Air Jordan basketball shoes.

• For example imagine the price of black Nike Air Jordan basketball shoes were to increase.
• Because there are many substitutes—perhaps 60 or more—you will likely be more sensitive, or responsive, to a change in the price of that specific shoe.
• In economic terms, consumers will likely be very sensitive, or responsive, to a change in the price of this specific good.

So, demand for this specific shoe will likely be more price elastic than for shoes as a category. A fourth factor of price elasticity is time. All goods tend to be more elastic in the long-run than in the short run. Why? Time allows people to find substitutes.

So, if the price of gasoline were to increase, in the short-run you would likely decrease the quantity you demand, but only slightly. You would still likely have the same commute to work or school and the same car as you had before the price increase. Realistically, it could be hard to quickly reduce the quantity of gas you use.

However, as time passed, if gas prices stayed high, you might find a car pool or buy a more fuel-efficient car. So, while it might be difficult to adjust consumption of certain goods immediately when prices increase, with time, you —and many others—are likely to find other options.

Frizzy Cola, a type of carbonated beverage. – Elastic demand because there are many substitutes for Frizzy Cola—a specific brand of soda pop.

An expensive meal at a restaurant. – This could be elastic demand because of the portion of your income you give up.

Auto Repair – Inelastic demand— because it could be a necessity if you rely on your automobile to get around.

So, how did you do? Elasticity can sometimes be tricky to understand. But there are some people who might find it especially important to understand the elasticity of demand. Can you guess who they are? Business people and policymakers. Knowing whether a good is likely to be price elastic or price inelastic could help guide business decisions about price changes and government decisions about taxes.

Here’s how. If you owned a business, it would be useful to know how a change in the price of the good you sell would influence the amount of money you bring in, which is your revenue. Your revenue is calculated by multiplying the amount of a good sold by the price charged for that good. Imagine you own a firm that sells widgets.

If demand for widgets is relatively price elastic and you decide to increase the price by 10 percent, you could expect the quantity you sell to decrease by more than 10 percent, which means your revenue would decrease. In this case, by increasing your price, you’d bring in less money.

But if demand for widgets is relatively price inelastic, and you decide to increase the price by 10 percent, you could expect the quantity demanded to fall—due to the law of demand. But since the demand is relatively inelastic, the quantity demanded would fall by less than 10 percent, which means your revenue would increase.

By increasing the price, you’d bring in more money. For policymakers, understanding the price elasticity of demand may help them consider consequences when designing tax policy. For example, consider cigarettes—a good that state and local governments frequently tax.

Demand for cigarettes tends to be price inelastic. When the price of an inelastic good increases, consumers generally don’t reduce their consumption by very much, relatively speaking. When government increases the tax on cigarettes, the relative increase in price is greater than the decrease in quantity sold, so tax revenues increase.

However, if a good is price elastic, an increase in the tax on that good would likely reduce the quantity of the good consumers demand by a greater percentage than the price increase. Tax revenues would likely fall. Well, snap! We’re out of time. I hope you feel a little stretched by this experience.

Is tea elastic or inelastic demand?

Inelastic Demand Protects Coffee and Tea Industries from Inflation currently dominates discussions throughout the consumer packaged goods industries. The rising costs of labour, energy, transport, packaging and inputs are sending ripple effects through every layer of the supply chain.

Hot beverages are certainly no exception. The median price growth of coffee at retail globally since last April has been 6.1%, and that of tea 1.8%. However, they are uniquely cushioned from the impact of inflation because of the highly inelastic nature of demand. Inelastic demand patterns make hot beverages different Hot beverages are critically important to many people’s daily routines.

Because of their caffeine content and, in many cases, cultural significance, consumers are highly reluctant to cut back in volume terms. At a global level, coffee displays a one-year price elasticity of -0.26 (meaning that a 1% increase in price will, all else being equal, be expected to result in a loss of 0.26 percentage points from previous volume growth projections). Price hikes rather than cost-cutting measures have been the default industry response The industry has therefore in most cases chosen to pass costs onto consumers directly. Levels of SKU rationalisation and packaging redesign are much lower than they are in other comparable CPG spaces.

1. Coca-Cola, for example, which has been aggressively taking an axe to “zombie brands” in the name of supply chain efficiencies, has left its coffee and tea portfolio largely untouched.
2. Those that have spoken publicly in the industry have generally announced that they are raising prices.
3. Tchibo spokesman Arnt Liedtke, for example, said in February, “We held out for as long as we could, but since last summer coffee prices have risen 50%.

This is something that we have to accept and now pass on to consumers.” This sentiment is hardly unique to Tchibo, and others, including Starbucks and JM Smucker, have publicly stated they are also raising prices. Commodity prices for coffee have skyrocketed since 2020, after bad harvests in key growing areas, combined with pandemic-induced labour and transportation shortages.

1. This was particularly abrupt as it came after years of unusually low prices for the industry.
2. By December of 2021 prices stood at USD2.68/lb, 111% over where they were two years prior.
3. So far, consumer blowback on the price hikes that have made it to retail have been relatively small.
4. There are signs of it emerging, though.

Pret a Manger’s 25% price hike for its popular beverage subscription programme in the UK, for example, was met with loud customer displeasure. Companies will likely pursue slower, more incremental increases in the future to avoid this sort of negative reaction.

• How will consumers react to persistent inflation? To understand how inflation might affect consumer behaviour, it is helpful to look at a market where it has been persistently high for some time.
• There are few better examples than Turkey, where inflation has been in the double-digits for years, and is now forecast to reach 57% in 2022.

Value-seeking behaviour among Turkish hot drinks consumers has been easy to see. Private label’s share in coffee, for example, rose from 13% in 2016 to 23% in 2021, while discounters gained five points of channel share in tea and 10 in coffee. However, overall hot drinks volumes have remained fairly stable. The Turkish experience is extreme, but it gives some indication as to what the future may hold for markets that are just now seeing inflation reach levels not seen in decades. The key takeaway is that brands and channels aimed at value-seeking consumers are likely to do well.

• Disruption is far more likely in many developed countries because consumers there are less familiar with how to respond to inflation.
• Major hot drinks markets such as Brazil, Egypt and Turkey will see higher inflation rates in an absolute sense, but consumers there are also less surprised to see prices increase.

It will be markets such as Spain or the US, where people are dealing with inflation not seen for decades, that will see consumers reacting more dramatically to price hikes. At-home consumption gets an additional boost from inflation Hot drinks overall will do better than many other categories during this global inflationary period, because of the inelasticity of their demand patterns.

1. The biggest concern will be foodservice, which is already reeling from the economic effects of the pandemic, the loss of consumers to remote working, and struggles to find labour.
2. Swapping a cup of to-go coffee for one at home for a fraction of the price is an easy money-saving tactic and one that many consumers will employ in the near future.

Foodservice will need to focus on hot beverages as a permissible indulgence – a treat that remains largely inexpensive compared with other indulgences, such as restaurant meals or new clothing. Premiumisation will also play a key role, as consumers are less likely to be bothered by price hikes if they are getting a higher-quality product, even if some of the price rise was purely inflationary.

It is important to note that the inelasticity of demand at top-line level does not mean brands necessarily enjoy significant pricing power. For basic categories with crowded shelves and price-sensitive consumers, such as black tea bags or standard ground coffee, one brand raising prices will simply send consumers moving to the next brand over.

Many brands with a premium angle do have pricing power though – Nespresso has increased prices in 20 of 28 markets in which it has trackable online sales since 1 April 2021, and its sales performance continues to be strong. The major industry winners will be those brands that can replicate expensive out-of-home beverage experiences in a more affordable at-home format.

Is tea price elastic or inelastic?

The compensated price elasticities reported in Table 11 suggest that black tea is price inelastic, while coffee is price elastic.

What is the explanation of a graph?

A graph is a visual representation of numerical data. Graphs provide a visual way to summarize complex data and to show the relationship between different variables or sets of data. Graphs are also an excellent way to demonstrate trends and relationships within the data.

How do you show P values on a graph?

Asterisks? – Many people add asterisks to tables and graphs to show how low the P value is. The standards for one to three asterisks are quite standard ( NEJM and APA agree. Prism (since 5.04/d) will also show four asterisks when the P value is less than 0.0001.

P value	0.04	0.009	0.0009	0.00009
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NEJM	*	**	***	***
GP Prism up to 5.04/d	*	**	***	***
GP Prism 5.04/d and later	*	**	***	****

What is P in parabola graph?

A parabola is a conic section, It is a slice of a right cone parallel to one side (a generating line) of the cone. Like the circle, the parabola is a quadratic relation, but unlike the circle, either x will be squared or y will be squared, but not both. You worked with parabolas in Algebra 1 when you graphed quadratic equations. We will now be investigating the conic form of the parabola equation to learn more about the parabola’s graph.

A parabola is defined as the set ( locus ) of points that are equidistant from both the directrix (a fixed straight line) and the focus (a fixed point).

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This definition may be hard to visualize. Let’s take a look. For ANY point on a parabola, the distance from that point to the focus is the same as the distance from that point to the directrix. (Looks like hairy spider legs!) Notice that the “distance” being measured to the directrix is always the shortest distance (the perpendicular distance). The specific distance from the vertex (the turning point of the parabola) to the focus is traditionally labeled ” p “. Thus, the distance from the vertex to the directrix is also ” p “. The focus is a point which lies “inside” the parabola on the axis of symmetry. The directrix is a line that is ⊥ to the axis of symmetry and lies “outside” the parabola (not intersecting with the parabola).

Conic Equations of Parabolas: You recognize the equation of a parabola as being y = x 2 or y = ax 2 + bx + c from your study of quadratics. And, of course, these remain popular equation forms of a parabola. But, if we examine a parabola in relation to its focal point (focus) and directrix, we can determine more information about the parabola.

Parabola with Vertex at Origin (0,0) (axis of symmetry parallel to the y -axis) Conic Forms of Parabola Equations: with the vertex at (0,0), focus at (0, p ) and directrix y = -p In the example at the right, the coefficient of x ² is 1, so, making p = ¼. The vertex is (0,0), the focus is (0,¼), and the directrix is y = -¼.

The distance from the vertex (in this case the origin) to the focus is traditionally labeled as ” p “.

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The leading coefficient in y = ax 2 + bx + c is labeled “a “. So when examining the coefficient of x 2, we are examining a, p is the distance from the vertex to the focus.

You remember the vertex form of a parabola as being y = a ( x – h ) 2 + k where ( h, k ) is the vertex of the parabola. If we let the coefficient of x 2 (or a ) = and perform some algebraic maneuvering, we can get the next equation.

Parabola with Vertex at ( h, k ) (axis of symmetry parallel to the y -axis) (Known as ” standard form “.) Conic Form of Parabola Equation: ( x – h ) 2 = 4 p ( y – k ) with the vertex at ( h, k ), the focus at ( h, k+p ) and the directrix y = k – p Since the example at the right is a translation of the previous graph, the relationship between the parabola and its focus and directrix remains the same ( p = ¼). So with a vertex of (2,-3), we have: ( x – 2) 2 = 4(¼) ( y – (-3)) ( x – 2) 2 = y + 3 The focus is at (2,-3+¼) or (2,-2¾) and the directrix is y = -3-¼ or y = -3¼

This “new” equation is just another form of the old “vertex form” of a parabola. OLD: y = ( x – 2)² – 3 NEW: ( x – 2)² = y + 3

S O M E T H I N G N E W ! ! ! Up to this point, all of your parabolas have been either opening upward or opening downward, depending upon whether the leading coefficient was positive or negative respectively. The axis of symmetry of those parabolas is parallel to the y -axis.

“Sideways” Parabola Vertex (0,0) (axis of symmetry parallel to x -axis) Conic Forms of Parabola Equations: with the vertex at ( 0,0 ), focus at ( p, 0), and directrix x = -p We will now be examining the coefficient of y ², instead of x ². In the example at the right, the coefficient of y ² is 1, so, making p = ¼. The vertex is (0,0), the focus is (¼,0), and the directrix is x = -¼.

For parabolas opening to the right or to the left, the y -variable is being squared (instead of the x² we are used to seeing for parabolas).

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“Sideways” Parabolas Vertex ( h,k ) (axis of symmetry parallel to x -axis) Conic Form of Parabola Equation: ( y – k ) 2 = 4 p ( x – h ) with the vertex at ( h, k ), the focus at ( h+p, k ) and the directrix x = h – p Sideways Equation in Standard Vertex Form: x = a ( y – k ) 2 + h with the vertex at ( h, k ). Since the example at the right is a translation of the previous graph, the relationship between the parabola and its focus and directrix remains the same. In the example at the right, ( y – 1) 2 = 4(¼) ( x – (-2)) ( y – 1) 2 = x + 2 The vertex is (-2,1), the focus is (-1¾,1) and the directrix is y = -2¼. Notice that parabolas that open right or left, are NOT functions. They fail the vertical line test for functions. These parabolas are considered relations. The Standard “Vertex Form” and the Conic Form are the same: VERTEX FORM: x = ( y – 1)² – 2 CONIC FORM: ( y – 1)² = x + 2

S u m m i n g U p: ( p is distance from vertex to focus) Deriving the Conic Parabola Equation:

Deriving the Parabola Equation Start by placing the parabola’s vertex at the origin, for ease of computation. By definition, the distance, p, from the origin to the focus will equal the distance from the origin to the directrix (which will be y = -p ). The focus is point F and FA = AB by definition. Using the Distance Formula, we know Since we know FA = AB, we have

The distance from the vertex (origin) to the focus is traditionally labeled as ” p “. (” p ” is also the distance from the vertex to the directrix.)

Given x 2 = 16y, state whether the parabola opens upward, downward, right or left, and state the coordinates of the focus.

ANSWER: Form: x 2 = 4 py 4 p = 16 p = 4 The focal length is 4.

Since this “form” squares x, and the value of 4 p is positive, the parabola opens upward. This form of parabola has its vertex at the origin, (0,0). The focal length (distance from vertex to focus) is 4 units. The focus is located at (0,4).

Given the parabola, (x – 3) 2 = -8(y – 2), state whether the parabola opens upward, downward, right or left, and state the coordinates of the vertex, the focus, and the equation of the directrix.

ANSWER: Form: ( x – h ) 2 = 4 p ( y – k ) Vertex: ( h,k ) = (3,2) 4 p = 8 p = 2 The focal length is 2.

Since this “form” squares x, and the value of 4 p is negative, the parabola opens downward. This form of parabola has its vertex at ( h,k ) = (3,2). The focal length (distance from vertex to focus) is 2 units. The focus is located at (3,0). The directrix is y = 4.

Write the equation of a parabola with a vertex at the origin and a focus of (0,-3).

ANSWER: Make a sketch.

Remember that the parabola opens “around” the focus. Vertex: (0,0) and Focus: (0,-3) Focal length p = 3. Opening downward means negative. Form of Equation: x 2 = 4 py EQUATION: x 2 = 4(-3) y x 2 = -12 y

Find the focus and directrix of the parabola whose equation is x 2 – 6x + 3y + 18 = 0.

ANSWER: You need to complete the square so the vertex, focus and directrix information will be visible.

• The vertex is (3,-3). • The x -squared term indicates the parabola opens upward or downward. • The negative value indicates the parabola opens downward. • The focal length, p, is: 4 p = 3; p = ¾ • The focus is at (3, -3¾) • The directrix is y = -2¼

Write the equation of a parabola whose focus (-2,1) and whose directrix is x = -6.

ANSWER: Make a sketch.

Remember that the parabola opens “around” the focus, and the vertex is halfway between the focus and the directrix. • Vertex: (-4,1) = ( h,k ) • Opens to the right (around the focus) • Focal length, p = 2 • Form of Equation: ( y – k ) 2 = 4 p ( x – h ) EQUATION: ( y – 1) 2 = 4(2)( x – (-4)) ( y – 1) 2 = 8( x + 4)

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What does it mean if a good is inelastic?

Key Takeaways –

“Inelastic refers” to the static quantity of a good or service when its price changes.Inelastic demand means that when the price of a good or service goes up, consumers’ buying habits stay about the same, and when the price goes down, consumers’ buying habits also remain unchanged. A perfectly inelastic good would be one where demand does not change regardless of the price; however, no such good or service is perfectly inelastic.Inelastic stands in contrast to elastic, where the latter witnesses significant changes in demand when the price changes.Essential items, such as medication, are considered to be inelastic, whereas luxury items, such as cruise trips and high-end watches, are considered elastic.

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What is a pair of stylish sneakers could be considered a?

Answer and Explanation: A pair of stylish sneakers (Product S) is considered a luxury good because it is not a necessity. Luxury goods are not deemed to be necessary for individuals but are attached with a high social value because of their brand loyalty. An individual can afford

How do you graph price and demand?

Drawing a Demand Curve – The demand curve is based on the demand schedule. The demand schedule shows exactly how many units of a good or service will be purchased at various price points, For example, below is the demand schedule for high-quality organic bread: It is important to note that as the price decreases, the quantity demanded increases. The relationship follows the law of demand. Intuitively, if the price for a good or service is lower, there is a higher demand for it. From the demand schedule above, the graph can be created: Through the demand curve, the relationship between price and quantity demanded is clearly illustrated. As the price for notebooks decreases, the demand for notebooks increases.

What term describes consumer demand for different amounts at every price causing the demand curve to shift to the left or the right?

Price Elasticity of Demand – The proportion to which the quantity demanded changes with respect to price is called elasticity of demand. A good or service that is highly elastic means the quantity demanded varies widely at different price points. Conversely, a good or service that is inelastic is one with a quantity demanded that remains relatively static at varying price points.

What is called when each change in price causes a relatively larger change in quantity demand?

An elastic demand is one in which the change in quantity demanded due to a change in price is large. An inelastic demand is one in which the change in quantity demanded due to a change in price is small.

Which term refers to the idea that price causes a proportional change in quantity demanded?

Demand elasticity is the extent to which a change in price causes a change in the quantity demanded.

Is Cross Elasticity of demand between tea and coffee positive or negative?

What is Cross Elasticity Of Demand? Definition of Cross Elasticity Of Demand, Cross Elasticity Of Demand Meaning Definition: The measure of responsiveness of the demand for a good towards the change in the price of a related good is called cross price elasticity of demand.

It is always measured in percentage terms. Description: With the consumption behavior being related, the change in the price of a related good leads to a change in the demand of another good. Related goods are of two kinds, i.e. substitutes and complementary goods. In case the two goods are not related, the Coefficient of Cross Elasticity is zero.

In case the two goods are substitutes for each other like tea and coffee, the cross price elasticity will be positive, i.e. if the price of coffee increases, the demand for tea increases. On the other hand, in case the goods are complementary in nature like pen and ink, then the cross elasticity will be negative, i.e.

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Is the demand for goods like sugar and tea usually a elastic?

ANSWER: The demand for sugar and tea is perfectly elastic.

What type of demand is coffee and tea?

Explanation – Competitive demand exists where a number of substitutes exist and one good can be purchased instead of another good. Tea and coffee are substitute goods, a consumer can either decide to consume tea or coffee. A fall or rise in the price of either of the two goods will lead to a fall or rise in the demand for its substitute. Report an Error Ask A Question Download App 0″ id=”comment_posts”>

Is Starbucks Coffee inelastic?

The Right Customers and the Right Market – While cutting prices is widely accepted as the best way to keep customers during tough times, the practice is rarely based on a deeper analysis or testing of an actual customer base. In Starbucks’ case, price increases throughout the company’s history have already deterred the most price sensitive customers, leaving a loyal, higher-income consumer base that perceives these coffee beverages as an affordable luxury.

1. In order to compensate for the customers lost to cheaper alternatives like Dunkin Donuts, Starbucks raises prices to maximize profits from these price insensitive customers who now depend on their strong gourmet coffee.
2. Rather than trying to compete with cheaper chains like Dunkin, Starbucks uses price hikes to separate itself from the pack and reinforce the premium image of their brand and products.

Since their loyal following isn’t especially price sensitive, Starbucks coffee maintains a fairly inelastic demand curve, and a small price increase can have a huge positive impact on their margins without decreasing demand for beverages. In addition, only certain regions are targeted for each price increase, and prices vary across the U.S.

Is ice cream inelastic?

Veeman and Peng (1997) found the expenditure elasticity for ice cream to also be elastic (1.46). One reason for the difference in magnitude of these elasticity estimates over time may be changing demand trends.

Is Olive Oil inelastic?

For calculating the elasticity of supply, for the logarithmic equation, we can consider the coefficient α. In this case, the elasticity of supply with respect to the price is 0.07, as expected. If the price of olive oil increases by 10%, the quantity supplied increases only by 0.07 €.

Is coffee an elastic or inelastic good?

Availability of Substitutes This means that coffee is an elastic good because a small increase in price will cause a large decrease in demand as consumers start buying more tea instead of coffee.

What products are elastic or inelastic?

Key Takeaways –

The elasticity of demand refers to the change in demand when there is a change in another economic factor, such as price or income.Demand is considered inelastic if demand for a good or service remains unchanged even when the price changes.Elastic goods include luxury items and certain food and beverages as changes in their prices affect demand.Inelastic goods may include items such as tobacco and prescription drugs as demand often remains constant despite price changes.

How can you tell if something is elastic or inelastic?

An inelastic demand is one in which the change in quantity demanded due to a change in price is small. If the formula creates an absolute value greater than 1, the demand is elastic. In other words, quantity changes faster than price. If the value is less than 1, demand is inelastic.

What is the elasticity of coffee and tea?

Question: – The cross-price elasticity of coffee and tea is 0.66, where the percentage change in quantity is for coffee and the percentage change in price is measured for tea. Calculate the percentage that the quantity demanded of coffee will change if the price of tea increases by 6.0%. Enter your response to one decimal place, and enter a negative number if the quantity demanded decreases.