Economists Assume That Rational Behaviour Is Useful in Explaining Choices

question 86

Multiple Choice

Economists assume that rational behaviour is useful in explaining choices people make:

• A)because irrational people do not make economic choices.
• B)even though people may not behave rationally all the time.
• C)because individuals act rationally all the time in all circumstances.
• D)even though people rarely, if ever, behave in a rational manner.

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Definitions:

Atlantic Slave Trade

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