When economists use the term Ceteris paribus, they are indicating ...

[NClaborn]

When economists use the term Ceteris paribus, they are indicating that:
 a. the relationship between two economic variables cannot be determined.
  b. the analysis is true for the individual but not for the economy as a whole.
  c. all other variables except the ones specified are assumed to be constant.
  d. their conclusions are based on normative economics rather than positive economic analysis.

Question 2

Which of the following is most likely to represent causality rather than association?
 a. In years that fashion dictates wider lapels on men's jackets, the stock market grows by at least 5 percent.
  b. Interest rates are higher in years ending with a 1 or a 6.
  c. Unemployment falls when the AFC champion wins the Super Bowl.
  d. Quantity demanded goes up when price falls because lower prices increase consumer purchasing power, ceteris paribus.

[canderson530]

Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

d

[NClaborn]

Excellent

[Missbam101]

TYSM