Question

Measuring the impact of a quota or tariff on the u.s. economy is an example of ________. stating that a quota or tariff should be eliminated is an example of ________. positive analysis; normative analysis trade analysis; an opinion statistical analysis; economic analysis econometric analysis; protectionism

Answer 1

Measuring the impact of a quota or tariff on the u.s. economy is an example of positive analysis. Stating that a quota or tariff should be eliminated is an example of normative analysis. 
Positive analysis are analysis that are objectives and fact based. 
Normative analysis on the other hand are analysis that are opinions. This means that they cannot be proved or disproved.