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What does macroeconomics analyze?
What does macroeconomics analyze?
- The economy as a system and its interactions (correct)
- Social and cultural impacts on the economy
- Microeconomic factors only
- Global economic trends only
What does microeconomics analyze?
What does microeconomics analyze?
- Government policies and regulations
- International trade and finance
- Individual agents and markets (correct)
- Macroeconomic factors only
What are some examples of individual agents in microeconomics?
What are some examples of individual agents in microeconomics?
- Households and firms (correct)
- International organizations and NGOs
- Government and central banks
- Educational institutions and research centers
What is the focus of rational economics as compared to behavioral economics?
What is the focus of rational economics as compared to behavioral economics?
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What is the distinction between positive economics and normative economics?
What is the distinction between positive economics and normative economics?
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Study Notes
Macroeconomics
- Analyzes the overall economy and large-scale economic factors
- Studies aggregate indicators such as GDP, unemployment rates, and inflation
- Examines how these factors interact and influence national and global economies
Microeconomics
- Focuses on individual agents and their economic behavior
- Investigates how consumers and firms make decisions regarding the allocation of resources
- Emphasizes supply and demand dynamics in specific markets
Individual Agents in Microeconomics
- Households, which make consumption choices based on preferences and budget constraints
- Firms, which decide on production methods and pricing strategies
- Government entities, influencing market conditions through regulations and policies
Rational Economics vs. Behavioral Economics
- Rational economics assumes that agents make decisions based on logical reasoning and self-interest to maximize utility
- Behavioral economics incorporates psychological insights, recognizing that decisions can be influenced by emotions, biases, and social factors
Positive Economics vs. Normative Economics
- Positive economics focuses on objective analysis describing economic conditions and cause-effect relationships without judgments
- Normative economics involves value-based perspectives, addressing what economic policies should be pursued and their moral implications
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