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In May 2013, firm was supplying 500kg of sugar at market price of Rs.30/- per kg. During June 2013, firm's supply of sugar had decreased to 450kg at price of Rs.20/- per kg. These changes show that supply of sugar is

A. Oerfectly elastic

B. Perfectly inelastic

C. Less elastic

D. More elastic

Answer: Option C

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In May 2013, firm was supplying 500kg of sugar at market price of Rs.30/- per kg. During June 2013, firm's supply of sugar had decreased to 450kg at price of Rs.20/- per kg. These changes show that supply of sugar is less elastic.

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