The Basic Purpose of the Ceteris Paribus Assumption Is To

question 48

Multiple Choice

The basic purpose of the ceteris paribus assumption is to:

• A)isolate the relationship between two variables by assuming all other factors remain constant
• B)allow one to focus upon micro variables by ignoring macro variables
• C)allow one to focus upon macro variables by ignoring micro variables
• D)determine whether x causes y or vice versa
• E)determine whether two variables are directly or inversely related

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Definitions:

Ventricles of the Brain

Cerebral cavities filled with cerebrospinal fluid that help protect the brain from injury and provide it nutrients.

Cerebrum

The largest part of the brain, responsible for voluntary muscular activity, vision, speech, taste, hearing, thought, and memory.

Cranial Cavity

The space within the skull that houses the brain and other structures related to the central nervous system.

Mesonephros

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