Explain difference in profit realized under two situations

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Suppose the number of firms you compete with has recently increased. You estimated that as a result of the increased competition, the demand elasticity has increased from -2 to -3, i.e., you face more elastic demand. You are currently charging $10 for your product. If demand elasticity is -3, you should charge [x].

Explain the difference in the profit realized under the two situations (the price in each market or in the two markets combined.)

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