comp 2 202 Flashcards

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What is quantitative data?

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Numerical information that can be analysed using statistics.

Examples include sales figures, market share percentages, and demographic statistics.

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What is qualitative data?

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Non-numerical information, such as information from in-depth interviews or focus groups.

This type of data provides insights into consumer behavior and preferences.

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What does price elasticity of demand measure?

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The sensitivity of demand to a change in price.

A higher price elasticity indicates that demand significantly changes with price variations.

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What is the formula for calculating price elasticity of demand?

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% change in quantity demanded / % change in price.

This formula helps businesses understand how price changes affect consumer purchasing behavior.

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What does income elasticity of demand measure?

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The sensitivity of demand to a change in income.

This concept indicates how demand for a product changes as consumer income levels change.

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What is the formula for calculating income elasticity of demand?

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% change in quantity demanded / % change in income.

A positive income elasticity suggests that the product is a normal good, while a negative one indicates an inferior good.

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