How robust is applied general equilibrium analysis

Abstract We argue that applied general equilibrium models should be routinely subject to systematic sensitivity analysis. Such an analysis will lead to policy simulations that capture, to some extent, the uncertainties involved in calibrating such models. Procedures for undertaking and reporting these analyses are proposed, and three illustrative applications are presented.

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