The following graph shows two points (X and Y) on a demand curve for dinghies.
According to the midpoint method, the price elasticity of demand for dinghies between X and Y is approximately ______, which suggests that the demand for dinghies is _______ between X and Y.
A. 0.45; price inelastic
B. 2.2; price inelastic
C. 1.67; price inelastic
D. 2.2; price elastic
E. 0.45; price elastic
F. 1.67; price elastic
G. 5; price inelastic
H. 5; price elastic
Answer Key: D