ECO 101: Introductory Macroeconomic Analysis and Policy

In this video, we explore the theory of liquidity preference, which focuses on how an economy's interest rate adjusts to balance supply and demand for money. We evaluate a multiple-choice question and discuss each option's alignment with various economic theories without revealing the correct answer.

This video explores urban utility curves, workforce dynamics, and the impact of creating new cities on growth and equilibrium, with a focus on the utility of workers.

Discover the pivotal role of assumptions in economics as we navigate the challenges of studying intricate market behaviors and human actions. Unveil how these simplifications foster comprehensive economic analyses and predictions.

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.

Discover the principle of opportunity cost, distinguishing between explicit and implicit costs. Using the example of Hanna's Pizzeria, grasp how business decisions weigh the costs of forgone alternatives. Learn how these costs influence financial and economic choices.

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.