Why do price discriminating firms often offer lower prices to children and the elderly?

A. They have a lower willingness to pay than other consumers.
B. Their demand for goods and services tends to be less elastic than other consumers.
C. These firms are more interested in equity than profit maximizing.
D. Such a strategy lowers the costs of the firm.


Answer: A

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