The midpoint formula for elasticity of demand solves the problem of:

A. whether elasticity of demand is really positive or negative.
B. whether to use quantity or price in the numerator.
C. which price or quantity to use as the initial value of the variable.
D. whether to use quantity demanded or supplied.


Answer: C

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