By invoking the assumption of ceteris paribus, economists

A. isolate the impact of one single variable while holding all other variables constant.
B. consider the impact of all relevant factors.
C. hold all variables constant when analyzing a model.
D. exclude irrelevant detail when analyzing a model.


Answer: A

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