Math Problem Statement

For the demand function D(p), complete the following. D(p) = 2700 − p^2 (a) Find the elasticity of demand E(p). E(p) = ________

Solution

To find the elasticity of demand E(p)E(p) for the demand function D(p)=2700p2D(p) = 2700 - p^2, we use the formula for the price elasticity of demand:

E(p)=dD(p)dppD(p)E(p) = \left| \frac{dD(p)}{dp} \cdot \frac{p}{D(p)} \right|

First, we find the derivative of D(p)D(p) with respect to pp:

D(p)=2700p2D(p) = 2700 - p^2 dD(p)dp=2p\frac{dD(p)}{dp} = -2p

Next, substitute dD(p)dp\frac{dD(p)}{dp}, pp, and D(p)D(p) into the elasticity formula:

E(p)=2pp2700p2=2p22700p2E(p) = \left| \frac{-2p \cdot p}{2700 - p^2} \right| = \left| \frac{-2p^2}{2700 - p^2} \right|

Therefore, the elasticity of demand E(p)E(p) is:

E(p)=2p22700p2E(p) = \left| \frac{2p^2}{2700 - p^2} \right|

This is the formula for the elasticity of demand for the given demand function.

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Here are some related questions for further exploration:

  1. What does it mean for a demand function to be elastic or inelastic?
  2. How does the elasticity of demand change with respect to different price levels pp?
  3. Calculate the elasticity of demand when p=30p = 30.
  4. What are the implications of a perfectly elastic or inelastic demand?
  5. How can businesses use the elasticity of demand to set their pricing strategy?
  6. What are other forms of elasticity in economics besides price elasticity of demand?
  7. How does the concept of elasticity relate to consumer behavior?
  8. Explain the significance of the elasticity of demand being greater than 1, less than 1, or equal to 1.

Tip: When calculating elasticity, always consider the absolute value since elasticity is a measure of responsiveness and should be non-negative.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Elasticity of Demand
Derivatives
Absolute Value

Formulas

Elasticity of demand formula: E(p) = | (dD(p)/dp * p) / D(p) |

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

College Level