Economics Is Scientific Because

question 74

Multiple Choice

Economics is scientific because

• A)economists routinely conduct laboratory experiments.
• B)economists use data.
• C)economists test hypotheses by appealing to empirical evidence.
• D)individual behaviour is predictable.
• E)economists routinely conduct controlled experiments.

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Definitions:

Real Interest Rate

The interest rate adjusted for inflation, reflecting the real cost of funds to the borrower and the real yield to the lender.

Real Exchange Rate

A measure that adjusts the nominal exchange rate between two currencies to reflect their purchasing power.

Foreign-Currency Exchange

The system through which currencies are traded and exchanged at determined rates, enabling international trade and investments.

Nominal Exchange Rate

The rate at which a person can trade the currency of one country for the currency of another.