PreparED Study Materials
ECON 151: Macroeconomics
School: Brigham Young University - Idaho
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 4
Notes
Videos
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.
Lags in Monetary and Fiscal Policy Impact on Aggregate Demand
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This video explores the causes of lags in the impact of monetary and fiscal policy on aggregate demand, drawing analogies to recognizing seasonal changes, adjusting cooking temperatures, and waiting for planted seeds to grow, and discusses the implications of these lags for the debate between active and passive economic policy approaches.
Scarcity: Balancing Infinite Wants with Limited Resources in Economics
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Explore the fundamental concept of scarcity in economics. Understand the tension between our infinite desires and the finite resources we have. Grasp how scarcity influences our choices, necessitating trade-offs in everyday decisions.
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.
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.
"Economics Basics: Circular-Flow Diagram Explained
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Explore the fundamental concept of the circular-flow diagram in economics, which simplifies the intricate interactions between households and firms. Includes examples illustrating how money, labor, and services flow between these economic actors.