The demand function for Alicia's oven mitts is given by D(p) = -8 p? + 750 where p is the price in dollars. Find the elasticity of demand when p = $7.50. Will revenue increase if Alicia raises her price from $7.50?

The demand function for Alicia's oven mitts is given by D(p) = -8 p? + 750 where p is the price in dollars. Find the elasticity of demand when p = $7.50. Will revenue increase if Alicia raises her price from $7.50?

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The demand function for Alicia's oven mitts is given by
D(p) = -8 p? + 750 where p is the price in dollars.
Find the elasticity of demand when p = $7.50.
Will revenue increase if Alicia raises her price from $7.50?

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