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Unit 1 of 6

Basic Economic Concepts

To understand economics, students must first understand that because most resources are scarce, individuals and societies must make choices. Examining how and why these choices are made will help students begin to understand the principles of supply and demand along with the importance of specialization and exchange. In addition to introducing these basic economic concepts, this unit introduces foundational models that set the stage for more advanced economic analysis in subsequent units.

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