Economics Is Everywhere
Economics Is Everywhere by Daniel S. Hamermesh, published by Worth Publishers on July 3, 2009, is a third edition that spans 255 pages. This book presents 400 vignettes inspired by everyday events drawn from news articles, films, family interactions, and popular culture. Professor Hamermesh incorporates insights from his students, using these short scenes to help readers connect theoretical concepts in microeconomics with real-world examples.
Readers will find that Economics Is Everywhere focuses on practical applications of economic principles, such as opportunity cost, trade-offs, supply and demand, elasticity, and competitive markets. The engaging vignettes are designed to keep students interested and motivated to explore the subject further, making it a valuable resource for those studying introductory microeconomics. This edition is presented in English and is structured to enhance understanding through relatable scenarios that illustrate economic concepts in daily life.
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Economics Is Everywhere, Third Edition, presents 400 vignettes inspired by everyday events from news articles, films, family, and popular culture. Professor Hamermesh also employs his interactions with students, frequently featuring student insight in these short scenes. Economics Is Everywhere helps students apply what they are learning in their introductory microeconomics courses by examining economics examples that can be found in day-to-day life. In covering topics such as opportunity cost, trade-offs, supply and demand, elasticity, competitive markets and monopoly behavior in a new and inventive way, the vignettes keep students on their toes, eager to learn more!
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