When Studying the Effects of Public Policy Changes,economists

question 13

Multiple Choice

When studying the effects of public policy changes,economists

• A)always refrain from making assumptions.
• B)sometimes make different assumptions about the short run and the long run.
• C)consider only the direct effects of those policy changes and not the indirect effects.
• D)consider only the short-run effects of those policy changes and not the long-run effects.

Recognize the role of the corpus callosum in integrating sensory information.

Understand the function and significance of the pituitary gland in the endocrine system.

Understand the philosophical foundations and key concepts of the Enlightenment era.

Identify the significant philosophers of the Enlightenment and their contributions to philosophy, political theory, and education.

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Definitions:

Law Of Effect

A principle of behavior psychology proposed by Edward Thorndike suggesting that actions which produce satisfying effects in a given situation become more likely to occur again, while actions producing unpleasant effects become less likely.

Cats

Domesticated felines known for their agility, curiosity, and being common household pets.

Law Of Effect

A principle in psychology that states behaviors followed by positive outcomes are likely to be repeated, and those followed by negative outcomes are not.

Thorndike

An American psychologist known for his work in the development of the theory of connectionism and contributions to educational psychology.