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This reference assesses the value of linear dynamic system analysis for understanding how complex econometric models work. Emphasizing methodology in the context of a medium-sized econometric model, the Michigan Quarterly Econometric Model of the U.S., it examines various analytical techniques, including systematic assessment of parameter sensitivity, sorting-out procedures, and some properties of the MQEM. The book augments the standard black box approach to analyzing economic model structure with more powerful concepts.