Analyze the determinants of the price elasticity

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Analyze the determinants of the price elasticity of demand and determine if each of the following products  are elastic or inelastic: 

-  bottled water

-  toothpaste

-  cookie dough ice cream

-  fresh green beans

-  gasoline

o    In your analysis, please make sure to explain your reasoning and relate your answers to the characteristics of the determinants of the price elasticity of demand.

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