Principles of Economics Winterterm 2023/2024 Quiz
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What book is mentioned in the text as a recommended read for the course?

Mankiw, N.G.: Economics, Fourth Edition, Cengage Learning EMEA, 2017 and Baßeler, U.: Grundlagen und Probleme der Volkswirtschaft, 19. Aufl., Schäffer-Poeschel Verlag, Stuttgart 2010

According to the text, what is the source of our dinner, as stated in 'The Wealth of Nations'?

From the regard to their own interest of the butcher, the brewer, or the baker

List 3 reasons why the text suggests studying Economics.

1.) Economists are armed and dangerous: Watch out for our invisible hands. 2.) Economists can offer IT on demand. 3.) Economists can talk about money without earning a cent.

What is the title of Book I, Chapter 2 of 'The Wealth of Nations'?

<p>Of the Principle which gives Occasion to the Division of Labour</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, who are two famous individuals that have studied Economics?

<p>Mick Jagger and Arnold Schwarzenegger</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the seventh reason listed in the text for studying Economics?

<p>If you are drunk, you can tell everyone that you are exploring the diminishing marginal utility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are three questions that the study of microeconomics might be concerned with?

<p>How do changes in the price of a good affect the quantity demanded? How do changes in income affect the demand for a good? How does the price of a substitute or complementary good affect demand?</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are three questions that the study of macroeconomics might be concerned with?

<p>What causes inflation and how can it be controlled? What factors contribute to economic growth? How do changes in interest rates affect overall economic activity?</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the areas of analysis in economics mentioned in the text?

<p>Supply and Demand, Companies and Administration, Healthcare Market (price and quantity), Negotiations, Bureaucracy, Elections, Parliaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the names of some national advisory institutions mentioned in the text?

<p>Council of Economic Experts, Deutsches Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung DIW, ifo-Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung, Institut für Weltwirtschaft, Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung, Institut der Deutschen Wirtschaft, Institut für Makroökonomie und Konjunkturforschung IMK, Zentrum für Europäische Wirtschaftsforschung ZEW, Statistisches Bundesamt</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the names of some international advisory institutions mentioned in the text?

<p>International Monetary Fund, World Bank, OECD, Bank for International Settlements, Europaen Commission, Europaen Central Bank</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is economics important for managers and politicians?

<p>Economics helps managers and politicians understand market processes, which is essential for making informed decisions related to resource allocation, policy-making, and strategic planning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of microeconomics?

<p>Microeconomics focuses on individual markets, the behavior of consumers and firms, and the determination of prices in specific markets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of macroeconomics?

<p>Macroeconomics focuses on the economy as a whole, including issues such as economic growth, unemployment, inflation, and the role of government in influencing economic outcomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of national advisory institutions in Germany?

<p>Deutsches Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung DIW, ifo-Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung, Institut für Weltwirtschaft, Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung, Institut der Deutschen Wirtschaft, Institut für Makroökonomie und Konjunkturforschung IMK, Zentrum für Europäische Wirtschaftsforschung ZEW, Statistisches Bundesamt</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of international advisory institutions?

<p>International Monetary Fund, World Bank, OECD, Bank for International Settlements, Europaen Commission, Europaen Central Bank</p> Signup and view all the answers

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