ECON 189: Intro to Business Law and Ethics

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.

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.

This video delves into the advantages of international trade, using the example of France's specialization in wine production, and explores different options while highlighting the concept of comparative advantage without revealing the ultimate answer.

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.

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 intricate components of an economy, including savings, budgets, and trade balances. Learn how these elements interconnect and influence private investment. Understand an economic identity that determines an economy's investment levels.