For Economists, Positive Statements Are

question 84

Multiple Choice

For economists, positive statements are:

• A)descriptive, making a claim about how the world is
• B)optimistic, putting the best possible interpretation on things
• C)affirmative, justifying existing economic policy
• D)prescriptive, making a claim about how the world ought to be

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Definitions:

Diesel Generators

Power generation units that convert diesel fuel into electricity, commonly used for backup power or in areas without access to the electric grid.

No Crowds

The absence of a large group of people gathered together, often implying a place or situation that is not busy or congested.

Shopping Malls

Large indoor complexes that house a wide variety of retail stores, eateries, and often entertainment facilities.

Noisy

Characterized by or making a lot of sound, especially of a kind that is unpleasant or disturbing.