The diagram shows the impact on equilibrium due to an increase in the costs of production. The original price is $72. The price elasticity of demand is -2.0. [Figure showing two supply curves S1, S2, and a demand curve D, with prices P2, 72, and quantities 60, 80] What is the new equilibrium price, P₂?
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A: $81.00
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