Price elasticity of supply (PES)
2.8What the syllabus asks of you
- definition of PES
- calculation of PES Calculation of PES using the formula and interpreting the significance of the result. Drawing and interpretation of supply curve diagrams to show different PES.
- determinants of PES The key influences on whether supply is elastic or inelastic.
- significance of PES The implications for decision making by consumers, producers and government.
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Chapter 2: Price elasticity of supply (PES)
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