The Assumption That Nothing Changes Except the Factor Being Studied

question 71

Multiple Choice

The assumption that nothing changes except the factor being studied is

• A) the ceteris paribus assumption.
• B) the rationality assumption.
• C) positive economic analysis.
• D) normative economic analysis.

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