Econ Macro (book Only)
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Author: William A. McEachern
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Chapter 1, Problem 2P
To determine
The impact of rational self-interest to make the decision.
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The term “Rational” is being logical in the approach. A rational self interest is determined by being not blind materialism or having an approach of being pure selfishness or greed.
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