The Field of Behavioural Economics Builds a More Subtle and Complex

question 19

Multiple Choice

The field of behavioural economics builds a more subtle and complex model of economic behaviour using insights from

• A) physics.
• B) biology.
• C) psychology.
• D) anthropology.

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Definitions:

Humanist

An advocate or follower of the principles of humanism, emphasizing the value and agency of human beings, individually and collectively, and generally preferring critical thinking and evidence over acceptance of dogma or superstition.

Prefrontal Lobotomy

A surgical procedure once used to treat mental disorders, involving the removal or destruction of part of the prefrontal cortex of the brain.

Drug Therapy

The treatment of disease or disorder through the administration of pharmaceutical drugs.

Behavior Therapy

A type of psychotherapy that focuses on changing undesirable behaviors through conditioning and learning techniques.