The Difference Between Economists Speaking as Scientists or Policy Advisers

question 38

Multiple Choice

The difference between economists speaking as scientists or policy advisers boil down to the difference between

• A)assumptions and theories.
• B)true statements and false statements.
• C)specific statements and general statements.
• D)positive statements and normative statements.

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Definitions:

Limited Capacity

A legal status or condition that restricts an individual's ability to legally enter into contracts due to factors like age, mental competency, or intoxication.

Contract

A commitment between two or more individuals or groups that is backed by and enforceable through the legal system.

Misrepresents Age

The act of intentionally providing a false age or birth date, typically to bypass age restrictions or for other benefits.

Disaffirm

Disaffirm refers to the legal act of renouncing or nullifying a contract or agreement, especially employed when one party to the agreement is not capable of fully understanding their obligations due to age or mental state.