PreparED Study Materials
EC 442: International Monetary Economics
School: Suffolk University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 2
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Economists' Diverse Views: Advising Policymakers with Perspective
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Explore the multifaceted role of economists in society, their interpretation of complex economic data, and how they provide guidance to decision-makers. Discover why economists may offer conflicting advice due to varying economic theories, data interpretation, personal values, and political ideologies.
Unpacking Long-Run Growth: The Pivotal Role of Rising Productivity
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Unravel the complexities of long-run economic growth and its driving factors. Discover why rising productivity stands out as the cornerstone of sustainable economic expansion. Understand the role of various elements in shaping a nation's economic trajectory.
Balancing Investments: Opportunity Costs and Economic Returns Explaine
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Learn about the intricacies of opportunity cost and its broader implications. Delve into the balance between human and physical capital, understanding the risks of overinvestment. Grasp the Law of Diminishing Marginal Returns and its effects on national strategies.
Monopolies & Price Discrimination: Myths, Truths & Insights
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Explore the intricacies of monopolies and price discrimination in the market. Unpack myths and truths about consumer behavior and pricing strategies. Real-life examples illuminate these fundamental economic concepts.
Price Elasticity: Mid-Point Method & Its Practical Significance
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Grasp the essentials of price elasticity of demand through various calculation methods. Dive deep into the unique and consistent mid-point method, understanding its relevance in fluctuating markets. Learn its practical application in analyzing market dynamics.
Explaining Economic Logic of Purchasing-Power Parity
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This video explains the theory of Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) in economics, emphasizing how it relies on the "law of one price" and illustrating how exchange rates should adjust to equalize purchasing power between nations in the long run. It also demonstrates how price disparities for products like iPhones can lead to currency exchange rate adjustments and eventually equalized prices.