Cross elasticity of demand is applicable to _____ goods.

correlated

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substitute

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inferior

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natural

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Solution

The correct option is B substitute
Cross elasticity is a situation where the quantity demanded of the commodity changes with respect to change in the price of another commodity. E.g. increase in price of Cocacola will increase the demand for pepsi. Hence, cross elasticity of demand is applicable to substitute goods.

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