In the case of an inferior goods, the income elasticity of demand is?
A
Positive
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B
Zero
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C
Negative
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D
Infinite
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Solution
The correct option is A Negative There is an inverse relationship between the demand for inferior goods
and the income of consumer. Thus the income elasticity of demand for
inferior goods is negative.