One Reason Why Economists Often Use Models in Their Analysis

question 243

Multiple Choice

One reason why economists often use models in their analysis is that

• A) a model helps us to understand, explain, and predict economic phenomena in the real world.
• B) a model accurately pictures every detail of the real world economy.
• C) a model relates to individual thought processes rather than behavior.
• D) it is relatively easy to perfectly specify a model.

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