Microeconomics
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Chapter 6, Problem 3QAP
(a)
To determine
Explain the distinction between needs and wants.
(b)
To determine
The nature of economic analysis and the distinction between needs and wants.
(c)
To determine
Determine the bias in economic analysis.
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