Why Do Economists Make Assumptions

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Multiple Choice

Why do economists make assumptions?

• A) to diminish the chance of wrong answers
• B) to make the world easier to understand
• C) because all scientists make assumptions
• D) to make certain that all necessary variables are included

Explain how the body responds to stress and returns to a normal state post-arousal.

Understand the control and function of involuntary vs. voluntary muscles.

Identify the main endocrine glands and their functions in the body.

Describe how the endocrine system regulates various bodily functions through hormones.

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Definitions:

Emotional Responses

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Emotional Experiences

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Per Capita Income

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