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ZIMSEC O-Level Economics

6.5.3.3Importance of elasticity of demand

Importance of elasticity of demand in ZIMSEC O-Level Economics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 6.5.3.3.1Form 4: explain the importance of elasticity of demand to households, firms and government, including the effect of price changes on revenue.

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Importance of elasticity of demand: sample question

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Demand for a good is price inelastic. What happens to total revenue if the firm raises its price?

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