PreparED Study Materials
ECON 104: Principles of Macroeconomics
School: University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 5
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First Video In Our Three Part Series for Midterms
Intro to Economics: Understanding the Fundamentals of Spending
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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.
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.
Micro vs. Macro: Unraveling the Twin Pillars of Economic Study Explain
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Unpack the primary subdivisions of economics: Microeconomics, centered on individual economic agents, and Macroeconomics, which looks at broader economic trends. Understand the core differences and inherent connections between these two fields. Explore real-world examples to comprehend their implications.
Elasticity & Trade: How Demand Shapes Economic Gains for Nations
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Explore how elasticity of demand impacts gains from trade in economies. Understand the relationship between demand elasticity and benefits for consumers and producers. Debunk misconceptions about inelastic demand and trade gains.
Price Effect in Economics: Navigating Income & Substitution Dynamics
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Explore the nuances of the price effect in economics, focusing on the income and substitution effects. Understand through real-life scenarios how these phenomena influence consumer spending patterns. Gain insights into the intricate dynamics of consumer responses to price shifts.
Pros and Cons of Government-Created Monopolies
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Explore the concept of government-created monopolies, which are entities granted exclusive rights, like licenses, patents, and copyrights. While they can promote innovation and efficiently operate in high-cost industries, they might also introduce inefficiencies and stifle competition. Weighing the pros and cons is essential.