Q: Why should we always run a correlational analysis before fitting an econometric model?

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Before constructing a model, it is important to identify which variables are relevant and which are random disturbances. Performing a correlational analysis helps identify the relevant variables and their impact. The models themselves may involve correlation coefficients.

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