Question

Which of these is true, if economics is considered as a normative science?

• A. Explains only cause and effect relationships.
• B. Excludes human behaviour.
• C. Makes welfare propositions.
• D. Specifies "what is", rather than "what ought to be"

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Makes welfare propositions.

Normative science explains what should be base of the subject according to the belief through valued judgement that describes the fairness of the subject on public policy which aims at social welfare. Therefore, making welfare propositions are a part of social welfare that involves valued judgement and beliefs.