Determinants of the price elasticity of demand

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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

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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