A higher minimum wage would provide higher income for low-wage workers but …
A higher minimum wage would provide higher income for low-wage workers but also likely reduce job opportunities. Some of the reduction in job opportunities would occur from employers automating job tasks to replace more expensive human labor. The November 2021 issue of Page One Economics® explains how a higher mandated wage may lead some firms to substitute capital for labor.
Students will comprehend their paycheck, the voluntary and compulsory withholding of income, …
Students will comprehend their paycheck, the voluntary and compulsory withholding of income, basic payroll concepts, and explanations of tax documentation.
Many people assume that importing goods from other countries destroys jobs here …
Many people assume that importing goods from other countries destroys jobs here in the U.S. Economists believe that trade doesn't destroy jobs, it just moves them around within the economy. This video explains how.
Many people think that immigrants take jobs from Americans. But is that …
Many people think that immigrants take jobs from Americans. But is that true? Turns out there isn't a fixed number of jobs to be fought over by Americans and immigrants. Immigrants actually end up creating more jobs for Americans - find out how.
Most people are interested in seeing workers earn a decent wage. But …
Most people are interested in seeing workers earn a decent wage. But how does that happen? Is forcing employers to be more generous the key to rising standards of living? To find out how to raise livng standards, this video looks at big differences in wages: from 100 years ago to today; and between poor countries and the US. Through these examples, economists identify productivity and output as the key to increasing living standards.
Is raising the minimum wage a good idea? Many people think it's …
Is raising the minimum wage a good idea? Many people think it's a great way to help low-income families. But some economists worry that the minimum wage doesn't reach the poorest families, helps a lot of people who don't need it, and can lead to job cuts. Here are some facts & figures from the debate over the minimum wage
This course is a survey of world economic history, and it introduces …
This course is a survey of world economic history, and it introduces economics students to the subject matter and methodology of economic history. It is designed to expand the range of empirical settings in students’ research by drawing upon historical material and long-run data. Topics are chosen to show a wide variety of historical experience and illuminate the process of industrialization. The emphasis will be on questions related to labor markets and economic growth.
This seminar explores changes in the international economy and their effects on …
This seminar explores changes in the international economy and their effects on domestic politics, economy, and society. Is globalization really a new phenomenon? Is it irreversible? What are effects on wages and inequality, on social safety nets, on production, and innovation? How does it affect relations between developed countries and developing countries? How globalization affects democracy? These are some of the key issues that will be examined.
This Mini Lecture discusses issues of labour productivity, low-wage work and economic …
This Mini Lecture discusses issues of labour productivity, low-wage work and economic growth of emerging markets with direct quotes by Laureates Christopher Pissarides, Peter Diamond, Robert Solow and James Mirrlees.
Principles of Macroeconomics 2e covers the scope and sequence of most introductory …
Principles of Macroeconomics 2e covers the scope and sequence of most introductory economics courses. The text includes many current examples, which are handled in a politically equitable way. The outcome is a balanced approach to the theory and application of economics concepts. The second edition has been thoroughly revised to increase clarity, update data and current event impacts, and incorporate the feedback from many reviewers and adopters.Changes made in Principles of Macroeconomics 2e are described in the preface and the transition guide to help instructors transition to the second edition.
By the end of this section, you will be able to: Explain …
By the end of this section, you will be able to:
Explain how inflation can cause redistributions of purchasing power Identify ways inflation can blur the perception of supply and demand Explain the economic benefits and challenges of inflation
By the end of this section, you will be able to: Calculate …
By the end of this section, you will be able to:
Calculate the annual rate of inflation Explain and use index numbers and base years when simplifying the total quantity spent over a year for products Calculate inflation rates using index numbers
By the end of this section, you will be able to: Explain …
By the end of this section, you will be able to:
Explain frictional and structural unemployment Assess relationships between the natural rate of employment and potential real GDP, productivity, and public policy Identify recent patterns in the natural rate of employment Propose ways to combat unemployment
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