Answer:
elastic.
Explanation:
A monopolynis defined as a situation where a single supplier produces a good and so control quantity supplied and price of the product. Monopoly maximises profit when price is elastic and marginal revet is positive. When profit is maximised increase in price from that point does not result in increased profit.
On the other hand when a firm is not maximising profit, it is making profit but can take step to earn more. In this situation increase in price will result in higher profits
