If the price elasticity of demand for a good is exactly 1, an increase in its price will: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If the price elasticity of demand for a good is exactly 1, an increase in its price will:
A. increase total revenue
B. leave total revenue unchanged
C. eliminate all demand
D. decrease total revenue
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Unitary elastic demand means total expenditure remains constant when price changes.

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Which of the following is NOT a feature of globalisation?
A. Increased cross-border trade and investment
B. Greater integration of markets
C. Complete isolation of national economies
D. Spread of technology and information

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Globalisation involves increasing integration of national economies through trade, investment, technology and information flows, not isolation.

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A. Loss of foreign exchange
B. Loss due to natural disasters
C. Loss due to inflation
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Correct Answer: Option D


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C. government
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Correct Answer: Option B


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