Economics class: Price of UK pint up more than 70% since financial crisis
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Demand & supply, price elasticity of demand
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Price of UK pint up more than 70% since financial crisis
With reference to the article, identify two costs which are contributing to the increasing price of a pint in the UK
Using a demand and supply diagram, analyse the effect of rising costs on the market price of a pint
Define price elasticity of demand
‘We are trying not to [charge more] because we are fighting for covers and guests.’ Using a diagram, explain what this suggests about the price elasticity of demand at the Brasserie Bar Co.
Gavin Clarke, Emmanuel College
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