The Purpose of the Ceteris Paribus Assumption Used in Economic

question 79

Multiple Choice

The purpose of the ceteris paribus assumption used in economic analysis is to:

• A) Avoid making normative statements
• B) Distinguish macroeconomics from microeconomics
• C) Make sure that all relevant factors are considered
• D) Focus on the effect of a single factor on a certain variable

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Definitions:

Germ Layers

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Fetus

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Prenatal Development

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