ECO 105: Principles of Economics: Macroeconomics

Discover the intricate workings of a market economy, highlighting its notable advantages such as efficiency and innovation, and addressing the critical challenges like income inequality and market failures. Understand the balance between market and non-market elements in global economic systems.

Unravel the implications of a 5% money supply increase on the aggregate price level. Learn about the Federal Reserve's influence and the dynamics of demand, supply, and inflation. Grasp how changes in money supply can affect prices and economic balance.

Unexpected inflation can shift wealth between lenders and borrowers. This phenomenon affects the real value of money repaid, disadvantaging the creditors. Additionally, businesses face operational expenses like menu costs during inflation adjustments.

Explore economics with a focus on scarcity, supply and demand, and elasticity. Gain practical insights into decision-making and economic principles that impact our world.

Explore the historical barter system and its challenges, particularly the double-coincidence of wants. Witness how the need for simpler transactions led societies from direct barter to embracing mediums of exchange like money.

This video delves into the advantages of international trade, using the example of France's specialization in wine production, and explores different options while highlighting the concept of comparative advantage without revealing the ultimate answer.