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What aspect do both economics and political science primarily focus on?
What aspect do both economics and political science primarily focus on?
- Individual behavior in markets
- Cultural influences on governance
- The allocation of resources (correct)
- International trade agreements
Which of the following topics would a political scientist most likely study?
Which of the following topics would a political scientist most likely study?
- Consumer behavior in financial markets
- The effect of inflation on purchasing power
- Government decisions on taxation (correct)
- Statistical methods for economic forecasting
How do economists evaluate the impact of government actions?
How do economists evaluate the impact of government actions?
- Through studies of resource allocation (correct)
- By examining social movements
- With theories on political stability
- By analyzing cultural expectations
What is a primary concern of political scientists in relation to economic decisions?
What is a primary concern of political scientists in relation to economic decisions?
What relationship exists between economics and political science?
What relationship exists between economics and political science?
What is the primary focus of economics?
What is the primary focus of economics?
Which of the following best describes the components of economics?
Which of the following best describes the components of economics?
In economics, scarcity refers to:
In economics, scarcity refers to:
Economics is classified as which type of science?
Economics is classified as which type of science?
Which process does economics NOT typically examine?
Which process does economics NOT typically examine?
What does macroeconomics primarily study?
What does macroeconomics primarily study?
From which language does the word 'economics' originate?
From which language does the word 'economics' originate?
Which of the following concepts is NOT primarily studied in macroeconomics?
Which of the following concepts is NOT primarily studied in macroeconomics?
What is the meaning of the Greek word 'oikonomia'?
What is the meaning of the Greek word 'oikonomia'?
Which of the following is an example of a macroeconomic study?
Which of the following is an example of a macroeconomic study?
What method is used to make predictions about the price changes of a good?
What method is used to make predictions about the price changes of a good?
Which scenario could affect the price of a good according to the concept discussed?
Which scenario could affect the price of a good according to the concept discussed?
Under what condition might the price of a good decrease?
Under what condition might the price of a good decrease?
What prediction can be made if the supply of a good decreases?
What prediction can be made if the supply of a good decreases?
What is the main purpose of using deductive reasoning in this context?
What is the main purpose of using deductive reasoning in this context?
Which economic principle addresses how resources are allocated in society?
Which economic principle addresses how resources are allocated in society?
What does 'opportunity cost' refer to in economic decision making?
What does 'opportunity cost' refer to in economic decision making?
Which term best describes a situation where quantity supplied exceeds quantity demanded?
Which term best describes a situation where quantity supplied exceeds quantity demanded?
What is meant by 'market equilibrium'?
What is meant by 'market equilibrium'?
Which of the following factors does NOT typically affect supply?
Which of the following factors does NOT typically affect supply?
How do economists utilize mathematics in their work?
How do economists utilize mathematics in their work?
What aspect of mathematics is particularly utilized by economists?
What aspect of mathematics is particularly utilized by economists?
In which area do mathematicians apply economic concepts?
In which area do mathematicians apply economic concepts?
What is the main relationship between economics and mathematics?
What is the main relationship between economics and mathematics?
Which statement accurately reflects the intersection of economics and mathematics?
Which statement accurately reflects the intersection of economics and mathematics?
Flashcards
What is Economics?
What is Economics?
Economics is the study of how people make choices when faced with limited resources.
What are goods and services?
What are goods and services?
Goods are physical products like clothes, books, and food. Services are actions that people perform for others, like haircuts or car repairs.
What are production, distribution, and consumption?
What are production, distribution, and consumption?
Production involves creating goods and services. Distribution refers to how these things are shared among people. Consumption means using these goods and services.
What does economics study?
What does economics study?
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Why is economics important?
Why is economics important?
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What is deductive reasoning?
What is deductive reasoning?
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What is price prediction?
What is price prediction?
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What is supply?
What is supply?
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What is demand?
What is demand?
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How does supply and demand affect price?
How does supply and demand affect price?
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What is Macroeconomics?
What is Macroeconomics?
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Where does the word "Economics" come from?
Where does the word "Economics" come from?
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What is National Income?
What is National Income?
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What is Inflation?
What is Inflation?
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What is Unemployment?
What is Unemployment?
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How are economics and mathematics connected?
How are economics and mathematics connected?
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What does economics use math for?
What does economics use math for?
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How do mathematicians use economics?
How do mathematicians use economics?
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What is economics about?
What is economics about?
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Political Science's Role in Resource Allocation
Political Science's Role in Resource Allocation
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Resource Allocation in Economics
Resource Allocation in Economics
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What Do Economists Study?
What Do Economists Study?
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Connection between Economics and Political Science
Connection between Economics and Political Science
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Study Notes
Introduction to Economics
- Economics is the study of choices made by individuals, businesses, governments, and societies when faced with scarcity.
- Scarcity is the fundamental economic problem—there aren't enough resources to fulfill all wants and needs.
- Adam Smith (1723-1790) defined economics as the science of wealth, noting the "invisible hand" guiding individual self-interest to societal benefit.
- Economics is divided into microeconomics (individual behaviour) and macroeconomics (overall economy).
Origin of the Word Economics
- The word "economics" comes from the Greek word "oikonomia," meaning "household management."
- The term's meaning evolved over time to encompass the study of production, distribution, and consumption.
Is Economics a Science or an Art?
- Economics is categorized as a science due to its systematic collection, classification, and analysis of economic facts and data to establish relationships.
- It is also categorized as an art due to the practical application of guidance to solve economic problems and practical implementation.
- Both aspects (science and art) are complementary and essential.
Scope and Methodology in Economics
- Scope: Economics encompasses a wide range of topics, including development economics, industrial economics, transport economics, welfare economics, environmental economics, and digital economics.
- Methodology: Economic methodology includes the use of logic, mathematics, statistical modelling and the value of philosophical underpinnings of economics.
Positive and Normative Economics
- Positive economics: Focuses on objective statements about how the economy actually functions (what is, was, or will be), verified by facts.
- Normative economics: Deals with subjective statements about how the economy should function (what ought to be). It incorporates value judgments and cannot be definitively proven or disproven.
- Economic methodology is complex and depends on the specific problem being studied.
Deductive and Inductive Methodology
- Deductive reasoning: Starts with a general theory and applies it to specific cases (theory-to-practice).
- Inductive reasoning: Starts with specific observations and forms broader generalizations (practice-to-theory).
- Economists often use a combination of both for research and problem-solving.
Relationship of Economics with Other Social Sciences
- Economics is closely related to political science, sociology, and psychology as they all relate to decision-making and resource management in society.
- Each discipline brings unique insights to the study of the economy impacting how resources are allocated and society functions.
- Law, history, and mathematics further contribute to economics by providing frameworks for analysis and modelling.
Role of Statistics in Economics
- Statistics are crucial in economics for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting economic data (prices, wages, employment).
- Statistical methods are used to test theories, forecast future trends, and evaluate economic policies.
- Artificial intelligence, including quantum computing, is emerging as an important tool in modern economic research.
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