If a demand curve is perfectly inelastic then:

(a) The elasticity coefficient is equal to infinity;
(b) The demand curve for the good is vertical;
(c) The elasticity coefficient is equal to zero;
(d) Both (b) and (c) above are correct.


Answer: (d) Both (b) and (c) above are correct.

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