As a Scientist, an Economist's Main Professional Objective Is to

question 70

Multiple Choice

As a scientist, an economist's main professional objective is to

• A)become wealthy
• B)control the government's decision-making processes
• C)understand how the economy works
• D)discover which stock prices will decrease
• E)understand the psychology of participants in markets

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Definitions:

Self-Worth

Pertains to an individual's subjective evaluation of their own worth, value, or significance.

Self-Esteem

An individual's subjective evaluation of their own worth or abilities.

Uncontrollable Self-Esteem Contingencies

Situations or aspects of life that individuals perceive as beyond their control, yet crucially affect their self-esteem and self-worth.

Social Skills

The abilities used to communicate and interact with others effectively, in a variety of social contexts.