What is the elasticity of demand for clothing

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Joan saw that the dress she wanted that used to be Php1200 is now 10 percent off. According to the seller, his sales have increased by 20 percent since he got the discount. What is the elasticity of demand for clothing? Should the seller be happy or sad about the way his business is going? Why?

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