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Theory Of Consumer Behaviour

Question
CBSEENEC12011957

What is the relation between good x and good y in each case if with fall in price of good x demand for good y (i) rises, (ii) falls. Give reason.

Solution

Hint, (i) They are complementary goods since fall in price of good x has caused a rise in demand for good y.

(ii) They are substitute goods because fall in price of good x has caused fall in demand for good y.