Using Economic Theory to Analyze Policy Issues

question 18

Multiple Choice

Using economic theory to analyze policy issues

• A)is a way to avoid inconvenient facts.
• B)allows researchers to disprove a hypothesis.
• C)relies on simplifications to conduct studies.
• D)always includes the inclusion of political ideals.

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