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Simply put, the price elasticity of demand describes how, when the price of goods rises, the quantity of demand for that particular good falls. In this post, we will use the formula for price elasticity of demand to determine and understand the reason for the fall in demand for these goods. We will also use the example below to highlight the types of price elasticity of demand, which includes cross elasticity. Lastly, we will look into the factors or determinants of the price elasticity of demand.<\/p>\n

Price Elasticity of Demand<\/span><\/h2>\n

You can say that this is a measure of how active the quantity in demand is in relation to its price. The basic meaning of this definition is that when the price of goods rises, the quantity in demand for any good falls. However, this fall has its differences because some fall more than others.<\/p>\n

Again, this brings about a change in the quantity percentage of demand. Especially when there is a one-percent increase in price, which typically holds everything else constant. This means that, if the price elasticity is one percent, it will lead to a rise. This will also lead to a two percent decline in the quantity demanded. It can also be defined as the ratio of the percentage change in the quantity you demand to the percentage change in the price of a specific good or service.<\/p>\n

Importantly, note that price elasticity is always negative. However, this is except in special situations or cases. When the phrase \u201cmore elastic\u201d comes up, it simply means that a product\u2019s elasticity has a greater magnitude. You can say the demand for a good is inelastic when the elasticity of that particular good is less than one in absolute value. This means that a change in price has a relatively small effect on the quantity in demand. Furthermore, a good demand is elastic when its elasticity is greater than one. While a decent one of minus 2 has an elastic demand. This is because the quantity typically falls twice as much as the price increases. Lastly, an elasticity of -0.5 has an inelastic demand because the quantity feedback is half the price increase.<\/p>\n

The Formula for the Price Elasticity of Demand<\/h2>\n

Speaking of the formula for the elasticity of demand, it can be formulated in two different forms. The two formulas are correct and will typically arrive at the same result. However, I recommend you use any of the formulas depending on your business needs. Also, consider what is available to you at the time. However, the formula is thus;<\/p>\n

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In order to calculate the elasticity of demand using any of the formulas, you will need a good demand curve. Which can be in graphical, or in equation form as the case may be.<\/p>\n

Importantly, when determining the elasticity of demand, you are typically trying to get the result of the slope of the demand curve at a particular point.<\/p>\n

Understanding the Formula for the Price Elasticity of Demand<\/h3>\n

Furthermore, the second method is known as point-price elasticity of demand. You can also, use this method when it involves the following:<\/p>\n