Economics GCSE
Rational Behaviour
What Rational Behaviour means in Economics GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Rational Behaviour
Decision-making that involves weighing up costs and benefits to maximise a specific objective.
Topics that use Rational Behaviour
- Economic assumptions (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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Using Rational Behaviour in the exam
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