CAIE IGCSE Economics 2.7.2 Calculation of Pes Questions

Practise Cambridge IGCSE Economics by calculating PES, classifying supply responsiveness and interpreting supply curves.

Syllabus
2027–2029
Course
Economics 0455

Exam points

  • Calculate price elasticity of supply from percentage changes in price and quantity supplied.
  • Interpret PES values as elastic, inelastic or perfectly inelastic supply.
  • Use supply schedules and curves to compare responsiveness to price changes.

CAIE IGCSE Economics 2.7.2 Calculation of Pes Questions question 1

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The price of fish has increased from $ 3.00 to $ 4.80. The quantity supplied of fish has increased from 100 units to 130 units.

What is the price elasticity of supply (PES) of fish?

A

0.5

B

1.3

C

1.8

D

2

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