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Good economic policy requires good economic theory

Explain the statement: “Good economic policy requires good economic theory.”?

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Economic theories are the foundation of economic policy.  Economic policy is a course of action intended to resolve a specific problem or further a nation’s economic goals.  Therefore, the action taken (the policy) is effective only if the underlying theory is correct.

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