Economic models are ?
Correct answer: B. built with assumptions.
- A. Usually made of wood and plastic
- B. built with assumptions.
- C. useless if they are simple.
- D. created to duplicate reality.
Explanation
Economic models are simplified representations of reality built from assumptions, allowing economists to isolate important relationships. Simplicity is useful when it makes the model easier to understand and test.
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