Econometrical

/ˌɛkənəˈmɛtrɪkəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the mathematical and statistical methods used to analyze and test economic theories.

Etymology

From 'econometrics,' combining 'economy' with the Greek '-metron' (measure). The suffix '-ical' converts it to an adjective form meaning 'of or relating to.'

Kelly Says

Econometrical analysis sounds boring but it's actually detective work—economists use regression equations and statistical tests to prove or disprove theories about why economies behave the way they do.

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