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Price Elasticity of Demand Calculator

Calculate price elasticity of demand using the midpoint method for quantity demanded and price.

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Price Elasticity of Demand Calculator is an educational economics tool for exploring a standard quantitative relationship.

How it works

Enter the requested values using the stated definitions. The calculator validates the numerical domain and applies PED = midpoint %ΔQd / midpoint %ΔP.

The formula

PED = midpoint %ΔQd / midpoint %ΔP

Variables: Q₁ = Old quantity demanded; Q₂ = New quantity demanded; P₁ = Old price; P₂ = New price.

Worked example

Example: Q: 100 → 120 and P: 10 → 9 gives PED ≈ -1.7273 and |PED| ≈ 1.7273.

Frequently asked questions

What is this economics calculator intended for?

It is intended for study, classroom exercises and quick exploration of the stated economic relationship.

Does the result fully describe a real economy?

No. Real economic outcomes depend on assumptions, institutions, expectations, market structure, policy settings, measurement choices and other factors beyond a simplified formula.

Last content reviewSeptember 26, 2026
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