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The demand for a product can be approximated by q=D(p)=80e−0.01p, where p represents the price of...

The demand for a product can be approximated by q=D(p)=80e−0.01p, where p represents the price of the product, in dollars, and q is the quantity demanded.

(a) Find the elasticity function:

E(p)=

(b) Evaluate the elasticity at 5. E(5)=  

(c) Should the unit price be raised slightly from 5 in order to increase revenue?   ?    yes    no   

(d) Use the elasticity of demand to find the price pp which maximizes revenue for this product. p=p=  

Round to three decimal places as needed.

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