PreparED Study Materials
ECON 753: ECON 753
School: University of Massachusetts
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 2
Notes
Videos
Analyzing Trade Policies' Impact on Producers, Consumers, and Trade
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In this video, the concepts of tariffs and trade policies are explained, highlighting how tariffs affect the cost of imported goods and how trade policies control imports and exports. The video then examines four trade policy scenarios, emphasizing their impact on producers, consumers, and trade, ultimately identifying the correct answer as option c, which fulfills all the specified conditions.
Frictional Unemployment: Role & Reducing its Impact
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Explore the dynamics of frictional unemployment in a constantly changing economy. Learn about government roles and strategies in mitigating its impacts. Understand how workforce transitions can be made smoother with informed interventions.
Unraveling Economic Equations: From Price Level to Velocity of Money
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Discover how to calculate the price level and velocity of money using real-life data. Understand the relationship between money supply, GDP, and prices in the economy. Gain insights into the Federal Reserve's strategies for managing inflation and price stability.
Yen vs Dollar: Decoding Nominal vs Real Exchange Rates in Trade
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Grasp the distinction between nominal and real exchange rates, using the yen and dollar as examples. Learn how these rates influence purchasing power in different economies. Understand their implications in the global trade landscape.
Ceteris Paribus: Simplifying Complex Economic Analyses & Predictions
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Discover the role of "ceteris paribus" in economics, a foundational assumption simplifying analyses. Understand its application in variable isolation, policy analysis, and model building. Gain insights into how economists use this tool for clarity in complex scenarios.
Decoding GDP per Capita & Labor Productivity: Economic Insight Explain
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Unpack the significance of GDP per Capita and Labor Productivity in economics. Learn how these indicators reflect a country's living standards and labor efficiency. Grasp the relationship between these metrics and the broader economic landscape.