How is price elasticity of demand calculated?

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How is price elasticity of demand calculated?

The price elasticity of demand is calculated by dividing the percentage change in quantity demanded by the percentage change in price. The formula for price elasticity of demand is:

Price Elasticity of Demand = (Percentage Change in Quantity Demanded) / (Percentage Change in Price)