Economists Use Models in Order to

question 104

Multiple Choice

Economists use models in order to

• A)experiment with alternative circumstances.
• B)make educated guesses about real life events.
• C)predict outcomes under various hypothetical conditions.
• D)increase understanding of how a relationship actually works.
• E)All of the above are correct.

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Definitions:

Sensitization

An increase in behavioral response after exposure to a stimulus, often as a result of an enhanced reaction to a subsequent stimulus.

Habituation

A decrease in response to a stimulus after repeated exposure to it, representing a fundamental form of learning.

Sensitization

An increased reaction to a stimulus following repeated exposure, often used in the context of drug tolerance or allergic reactions.

Behavioral Contrast

A phenomenon observed in behavioral psychology where a change in conditions leads to an opposite change in the individual's response rate, evident in both positive and negative reinforcements.