As used in this text,"autonomous" variables are
A)spontaneous variables that are completely unpredictable.
B)completely independent of income,although they can be explained by movements in other variables.
C)determined only by income levels.
D)the same as endogenous variables.

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Autonomous variables are variables that are not influenced by other variables in the system, but can still influence other variables. Therefore, they are independent, but can be explained by movements in other variables. Income is often used as an example of an autonomous variable.

As Used in This Text,"autonomous" Variables Are