This user-friendly guide explains economic concepts and
principles in a lively, informative way. Clear and
easy-to-understand definitions and explanations, with examples that
relate to issues and problems relevant to teenagers, will help
students gain a better understanding of economics. In 15 chapters,
the guide covers all the basic information students need to
understand the basic concepts and principles of economics,
including: definition of economics in historical context; how
various economics systems work; how prices are set in the U.S.
economy; consumer behavior; factors of production; types of
businesses; competition in the marketplace; the functions of money;
banking and credit; types of investments; the federal budget and
taxation; federal monetary and fiscal policies; income distribution
in the United States; labor and management issues; international
trade.
Each chapter explores a key question in economics, is
illustrated with graphs and tables, and features the latest
economic data. Profiles of the major economic thinkers who
influenced thinking on concepts and principles provide historical
context. In addition to improving students' conceptual
understanding, the guide also encourages critical thinking by
investigating controversial issues related to topics as varied as
the minimum wage, the decay of our natural environment, poverty,
and business ethics of multinational corporations. An extensive
glossary of key economic concepts, terms, and institutions is a
handy tool. Unlike cut-and-dried, difficult to follow reference
works on economics, this guide, designed and written especially for
students, will help readers better understand economic information
and issues.
General
| Imprint: |
Greenwood Press
|
| Country of origin: |
United States |
| Release date: |
September 2000 |
| First published: |
September 2000 |
| Authors: |
David E. O'Connor
• Christophe Faille
|
| Dimensions: |
235 x 156 x 24mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Hardcover
|
| Pages: |
264 |
| Edition: |
New |
| ISBN-13: |
978-0-313-31005-8 |
| Categories: |
Books
|
| LSN: |
0-313-31005-X |
| Barcode: |
9780313310058 |
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