Designed as an introduction to general economics for non-majors, Sharp/Register/Grimes' "Economics of Social Issues" presents economic concepts as useful tools to analyze contemporary social issues. Each chapter presents economic concepts then places them within the context of very current issues facing society. The book may also be used to supplement principles courses with lively social issues to add relevance to the economic principles being taught. "Economics of Social Issues" has garnered a loyal user following for its ...
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Designed as an introduction to general economics for non-majors, Sharp/Register/Grimes' "Economics of Social Issues" presents economic concepts as useful tools to analyze contemporary social issues. Each chapter presents economic concepts then places them within the context of very current issues facing society. The book may also be used to supplement principles courses with lively social issues to add relevance to the economic principles being taught. "Economics of Social Issues" has garnered a loyal user following for its timely and impartial handling of current social issues which dominate newspapers and television news. While the issues are contemporary and the supporting information updated, the authors remain objective.
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For those individuals with little or no economic background, the Economics of Social Issues book will be sure to spark an interest in topics that are relevant in our society. The basic analytical tools of supply and demand, price controls, pollution control, and protectionism versus free trade are clearly stated and demonstrated. Issues such as poverty, crime, inflation, and the results of rampant unemployment and its effects are also discussed. This textbook should enlighten any person with an interest in how individual behavior as well as corporate responsibility impact an economy.
