What is Cost-Benefit Analysis and is it qualitative?

Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) is a systematic process for calculating and comparing the benefits and costs of a project, policy, or decision.

CBA aims to quantify both the positive outcomes (benefits) and negative outcomes (costs) of a policy, typically in monetary terms, to determine if the benefits outweigh the costs. The primary goal is to assess the economic efficiency or net benefits of a policy.

The final answer is $\boxed{\text{costs and benefits}}$

The statement claims that "One advantage of the Cost Benefit Analysis model is that it is qualitative."

Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) is primarily a quantitative method. It seeks to assign monetary values to both the costs and benefits of a policy or project, allowing for a numerical comparison to determine its economic viability. While some qualitative factors might be considered in the broader context, the core strength and purpose of CBA lie in its ability to quantify and compare these factors. Therefore, stating that an advantage is its qualitative nature is incorrect.

The final answer is $\boxed{\text{False}}$