During spring break, students have an elasticity of demand for a trip to Florida of ?3. How much should an airline charge students for a ticket if the price it charges the general public is $360? Assume the general public has an elasticity of ?2.

A. $260
B. $250
C. $270
D. $240


Answer: C

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