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Dismal science

A name for the field of Economics. The name is based on the sometimes unpleasant conclusions of Economic theories, such as Diminishing marginal returns.

Related Terms: 7 Base, CLU, Diminishing marginal returns, Economic, Economics, Margin, Return
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Additional Related Terms: Allowance for depreciation, Average accounting return, Accrual of discount, Amortization of premium, All or any part, Applied economics, Annual return, Add-on service, Abstract of title, As is