The short-term demand for crude oil in the United States in 2008 can be approximated by q

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The short-term demand for crude oil in the United States in 2008 can be approximated by q = f(p) = 2,431,129p–0.06, where p represents the price of crude oil in dollars per barrel and q represents the per capita consumption of crude oil. Calculate and interpret the elasticity of demand when the price is $40 per barrel.

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Calculus With Applications

ISBN: 9780321831101

10th Edition

Authors: Margaret L Lial, Raymond N Greenwell, Nathan P Ritchey

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