##  [Cost-Benefit Analysis](/index.php/cost-benefit-analysis) 

  ##  [Cost-Benefit Analysis](https://social.quantumdictionary.io/cost-benefit-analysis-0) 

  

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Definition

A systematic method for evaluating a project, policy or regulation by identifying, quantifying (when possible) and discounting expected social costs and benefits to a common present‑value metric, and comparing their net present value or benefit‑cost ratio to inform decisions.

 

 

 

 

 





 

 



 ##  [Cost-Benefit Analysis](https://commerce.quantumdictionary.io/cost-benefit-analysis-1) 

  

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Definition

An economic appraisal method that identifies, quantifies (when possible), monetizes and discounts the expected costs and benefits of a project or policy to compare their present values and inform decisions; it includes sensitivity and distributional considerations where relevant.