To an economist, real life is a special case. Economists have forecasted 9 out of the last 5 recessions. An econometrician and an astrologer are arguing about their subjects. My predictions come out right half the time. You have two cows.
State takes one and give it to someone else.
You have two cows. State takes both of them and gives you milk. You have two cows. State takes both of them and sell you milk. You have two cows.