Economics

Business & Finance, Economics, Theory of Economics, Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science, Politics, Economic Policy, Business Reference
Cover of the book Economics by Terry Hillman, DK Publishing
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Terry Hillman ISBN: 9781615645275
Publisher: DK Publishing Publication: July 1, 2014
Imprint: Alpha Language: English
Author: Terry Hillman
ISBN: 9781615645275
Publisher: DK Publishing
Publication: July 1, 2014
Imprint: Alpha
Language: English

Economics plays a part in so many news topics-- both domestically and worldwide-- and the need to know the basics is becoming more and more important. Ideal for both the high school and college student, as well as armchair readers, Idiot's Guides: Economics offers an easy-to-understand exploration of this always-complex topic. Covering both microeconomics and macroeconomics, the book incorporates infographics and illustrations where appropriate to make concepts clear and easy to understand. Economics topics include:

- Benefits of Trade
- Supply and Demand
- Elasticity
- Government Intervention in Markets
- Market Efficiency
- Taxes and the Market
- International Trade
- Externalities
- Public Goods and Common Resources
- The Basics of the Tax System
- The Costs of Production
- Perfect Competition
- Monopoly
- Tracking the Economy
- Unemployment and Inflation
- Long-Run Economic Growth
- Savings, Investment Spending, and the Financial System
- Short-Run Economic Fluctuations
- Income and Expenditure
- Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply
- Stabilization Policy
- Fiscal Policy
- Money, Banking, and the Federal Reserve System
- Monetary Policy
- Inflation, Disinflation, and Deflation

In addition, such issues as global climate change. the environment, natural disaster recovery, and the social safety net are covered from an economic policy perspective.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Economics plays a part in so many news topics-- both domestically and worldwide-- and the need to know the basics is becoming more and more important. Ideal for both the high school and college student, as well as armchair readers, Idiot's Guides: Economics offers an easy-to-understand exploration of this always-complex topic. Covering both microeconomics and macroeconomics, the book incorporates infographics and illustrations where appropriate to make concepts clear and easy to understand. Economics topics include:

- Benefits of Trade
- Supply and Demand
- Elasticity
- Government Intervention in Markets
- Market Efficiency
- Taxes and the Market
- International Trade
- Externalities
- Public Goods and Common Resources
- The Basics of the Tax System
- The Costs of Production
- Perfect Competition
- Monopoly
- Tracking the Economy
- Unemployment and Inflation
- Long-Run Economic Growth
- Savings, Investment Spending, and the Financial System
- Short-Run Economic Fluctuations
- Income and Expenditure
- Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply
- Stabilization Policy
- Fiscal Policy
- Money, Banking, and the Federal Reserve System
- Monetary Policy
- Inflation, Disinflation, and Deflation

In addition, such issues as global climate change. the environment, natural disaster recovery, and the social safety net are covered from an economic policy perspective.

More books from DK Publishing

Cover of the book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Writing for Young Adults by Terry Hillman
Cover of the book Teach Yourself Investing in 24 Easy Lessons, 2nd Edition by Terry Hillman
Cover of the book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Paying for College by Terry Hillman
Cover of the book Success as a Foster Parent by Terry Hillman
Cover of the book Auto Repair and Maintenance by Terry Hillman
Cover of the book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Backpacking and Hiking by Terry Hillman
Cover of the book Idiot's Guides: Chess, 3rd Edition by Terry Hillman
Cover of the book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Buying a Home by Terry Hillman
Cover of the book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Stepparenting by Terry Hillman
Cover of the book Baby: Colors! by Terry Hillman
Cover of the book DK Adventures: The Mummy's Curse by Terry Hillman
Cover of the book The Economics Book by Terry Hillman
Cover of the book The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Freemasonry, 2nd Edition by Terry Hillman
Cover of the book Build, Discover, Survive! Mastering Minecraft Strategy Guide by Terry Hillman
Cover of the book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Total Nutrition, 4th Edition by Terry Hillman
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy