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Cambridge IGCSE Economics practice

What does a price elasticity of demand greater than 1 indicate?

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Price elasticity of demand (PED)

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What does a price elasticity of demand greater than 1 indicate?.

  1. A.Inelastic demand
  2. B.Elastic demand
  3. C.Unitary demand
  4. D.Perfectly inelastic demand

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Impact of Tax on Sugary Drinks

A tax on sugary drinks is expected to increase their prices, potentially affecting consumer demand.

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    Explain the likely impact of this tax on the demand for sugary drinks.

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