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When Economists Are Trying to Explain the World They Are

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When economists are trying to explain the world they are acting as scientists, and when they are trying to improve it, they are policymakers.


Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

The emotional state that results from acting in ways that contradict one’s beliefs or other actions.

High IQ

A measurement indicating that an individual has cognitive abilities or intelligence significantly above the average for their age group.

Divergent Thinking

A cognitive strategy or methodology designed to foster innovative ideas by examining a wide range of possible solutions.

Collective Habits

The practices and behaviors that are common or shared among a group of people, forming a part of their collective identity.

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