26) Larry's Carpet Cleaners can influence demand by advertising. Larry charges $50 per carpet, and he cleans 150 carpets per month. The price elasticity of demand is -4, and Larry spends $500 per month on advertising. If Larry is maximizing profits, calculate the advertising elasticity of demand.

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