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Rycroft, Robert S.

Clark, Carol Lea

Economics

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Thoroughly classroom tested, this introductory-level text surveys what economists have to say about inequality (or income and wealth distribution), poverty, mobility - both intragenerational (within careers), and intergenerational (between generations) - and discrimination (on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, and many other factors) in the United States. This text brings the undergraduate treatment of these issues up-to-date, featuring detailed, but not mathematical, examination of the economic theory underlying the analysis. There is a greater emphasis on mobility, on wealth accumulation, distribution and inheritance, and on discrimination law than in other texts. The author provides full and fair treatment of competing sides in several of the controversial issues in the field, written in such a way that instructors can use the text material to motivate a variety of classroom discussions. An Instructor's Manual featuring solutions to the end-of-chapter questions is available online to adoptors.

The Economics of Inequality, Discrimination, Poverty, and Mobility

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Chapter 1: Fundamental Economic Concepts The Method of Economics Scarcity Resources The Production-Possibilities Curve Resources and Production Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 2: The Capitalist Economy Essential Characteristics Specialization Use of Money Use of Capital Goods The Circular Flow Model Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 3: Business Organization The Sole Proprietorship The Partnership The Corporation Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 4: National Income and Price Indices Purpose Defining Gross National Product Other Accounts Calculating National Product and Income Real vs. Monetary Measurement Limitations Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 5: Consumption, Savings, and Investment The Consumption and Savings Functions The Marginal Propensity to Consume The Average Propensity to Consume The Investment Function Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 6: Income Determination: The Simple Multiplier Theory Equilibrium Income Determination Leakage-Injections Approach to Equilibrium Multiplier Analysis Disequilibrium NNP Analysis Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 7: Fiscal Policy and Thriftiness Budgetary Expenditure Patterns Balancing the Budget The Public Debt Fiscal Policy and Taxation The Paradox of Thrift The Deflationary Gap Stabilizing and Destabilizing Factors Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 8: Taxation Basic Concepts Rate Structure Incidence Corporate Taxation Tax Subsidies Externalities Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 9: Business Cycles Definition Measurement Role of Investment The Accelerator Alternative Theories Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 10: Inflation and Unemployment Inflation, Deflation, and Stagflation Unemployment Inflation vs. Unemployment: The Phillips Curve The Government, Firm and Individual: Fighting Inflation Inflation and Interest Rates The Federal Reserve and the Money Supply Milton Friedman and Monetarism Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 11: Money Nature and Function Types of Money The Supply of Money The Demand for Money The Value of Money IS-LM Analysis Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 12: The Banking System Institutions The Balance Sheet Fractional Reserve Banking Multiple Deposit Creation Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 13: Federal Reserve Banks and Monetary Policy Explanation Function of the Fed The Reserve Requirement Operations by the Fed Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 14: Supply and Demand Definition The Demand Curve The Law of Demand Demand vs. Quantity Demanded The Supply Curve The Law of Supply Supply vs. Quantity Supplied Market Equilibrium Surplus and Shortage Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 15: Demand and Utility Theory Utility Utility Maximization Indifference The Budget Line The Demand Curve Consumer's Surplus Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 16: Elasticity of Supply and Demand The Elasticity Concept Cross Elasticities Determinants of Elasticity Measures of Elasticity Demand Elasticity and Revenue Elasticity and Market Equilibrium Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 17: Analysis of Costs Implicit, Explicit, and Opportunity Costs Total, Average, and Marginal Costs Fixed and Variable Costs Law of Diminishing Returns Short Run vs. Long Run Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 18: Perfect Competition Characteristics of Perfect Competition Individual and Market Supply Short Run Profit Maximization Long Run Industry Equilibrium Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 19: Monopoly Basic Concepts Demand and Marginal Revenue Profit Maximization Effect of a Tax Price Discrimination Sources of Money Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 20: Monopolistic Competition Basic Concepts Demand and Marginal Revenue Profit Maximization Industry Equilibrium Efficiency and Welfare Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 21: Oligopoly Basic Concepts Interdependence Demand and Marginal Revenue Collusion Comparison with Other Market Forms Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 22: Theory of Production Factors of Production Capital Goods Marginal Products and Diminishing Returns Demand for Factors and Production Supply of Labor and Productivity Economics vs. Diseconomics of Scale Production Methods and Input Combination Decisions Production Possibilities Curve Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 23: Wage Determination Wages and Labor Market Equilibrium Wages and Labor Productivity The Minimum Wage Wage Differentials Supply Curve of Labor The Union Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 24: Pricing of Factor Inputs: Land and Other Resources Demand for Factors: A Derived Demand Transfer Earnings, Rent and Costs Factor Pricing and Efficiency Profits and the Role of Taking Risks Decisions Liquidity of an Asset Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 25: Theory of Comparative Advantage Basic Concepts of International Trade Comparative Advantage Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 26: Protective Tariffs, Quotas, and Free Trade Rationale for Protection Tariffs and Quotas Regional Economic Integration Free Trade Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 27: Balance of Payments Definition and Basic Concepts Depreciation vs. Devaluation Exchange Rates and the Flow of Money Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 28: Agricultural Economics Concepts of Agricultural Economics The Farming Problem Elasticity of Farm Products Government Subsidies International Agricultural Economics Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 29: Growth and Development Definition and Significance Population Capital Accumulation Technological Innovation Efficiency and Resource Utilization Other Factors Harrod-Domar Growth Model Controversy Over Growth Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 30: Economics of Income Distribution Poverty and Income Inequality The Lorenz Curve Income Distribution in the U.S. Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 31: Labor and Industrial Relations Basic Definitions Unions and Activities Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 32: Comparative Economic Systems Function of an Economic System Types of Systems Pure Capitalism vs. Pure Socialism The American vs. The Soviet Economy Short Answer Questions for Review Chapter 33: History of Economic Thought Introduction Wealth and Growth Theory Distribution Theory Value Theory Competition and Efficiency Theory International Trade Theory Business Cycle Theory Economic Policy Short Answer Questions for Review Index WHAT THIS BOOK IS FOR Students have generally found economics a difficult subject to understand and learn. Despite the publication of hundreds of textbooks in this field, each one intended to provide an improvement over previous textbooks, students of economics continue to remain perplexed as a result of numerous subject areas that must be remembered and correlated when solving problems. Various interpretations of economics terms also contribute to the difficulties of mastering the subject. In a study of economics, REA found the following basic reasons underlying the inherent difficulties of economics: No systematic rules of analysis were ever developed to follow in a step-by-step manner to solve typically encountered problems. This results from numerous different conditions and principles involved in a problem that leads to many possible different solution methods. To prescribe a set of rules for each of the possible variations would involve an enormous number of additional steps, making this task more burdensome than solving the problem directly due to the expectation of much trial and error. Current textbooks normally explain a given principle in a few pages written by an economics professional who has insight into the subject matter not shared by others. These explanations are often written in an abstract manner that causes confusion as to the principle's use and application. Explanations then are often not sufficiently detailed or extensive enough to make the reader aware of the wide range of applications and different aspects of the principle being studied. The numerous possible variations of principles and their applications are usually not discussed, and it is left to the reader to discover this while doing exercises. Accordingly, the average student is expected to rediscover that which has long been established and practiced, but not always published or adequately explained. The examples typically following the explanation of a topic are too few in number and too simple to enable the student to obtain a thorough grasp of the involved principles. The explanations do not provide sufficient basis to solve problems that may be assigned for homework or given on examinations. Poorly solved examples such as these can be presented in abbreviated form which leaves out much explanatory material between steps, and as a result requires the reader to figure out the missing information. This leaves the reader with an impression that the problems and even the subject are hard to learn - completely the opposite of what an example is supposed to do. Poor examples are often worded in a confusing or obscure way. They might not state the nature of the problem or they present a solution, which appears to have no direct relation to the problem. These problems usually offer an overly general discussion - never revealing how or what is to be solved. Many examples do not include accompanying diagrams or graphs, denying the reader the exposure necessary for drawing good diagrams and graphs. Such practice only strengthens understanding by simplifying and organizing economics processes. Students can learn the subject only by doing the exercises themselves and reviewing them in class, obtaining experience in applying the principles with their different ramifications. In doing the exercises by themselves, students find that they are required to devote considerable more time to economics than to other subjects, because they are uncertain with regard to the selection and application of the theorems and principles involved. It is also often necessary for students to discover those "tricks" not revealed in their texts (or review books) that make it possible to solve problems easily. Students must usually resort to methods of trial and error to discover these "tricks," therefore finding out that they may sometimes spend several hours to solve a single problem. When reviewing the exercises in classrooms, instructors usually request students to take turns in writing solutions on the boards and explaining them to the class. Students often find it difficult to explain in a manner that holds the interest of the class, and enables the remaining students to follow the material written on the boards. The remaining students in the class are thus too occupied with copying the material off the boards to follow the professor's explanations. This book is intended to aid students in economics overcome the difficulties described by supplying detailed illustrations of the solution methods that are usually not apparent to students. Solution methods are illustrated by problems that have been selected from those most often assigned for class work and given on examinations. The problems are arranged in order of complexity to enable students to learn and understand a particular topic by reviewing the problems in sequence. The problems are illustrated with detailed, step-by-step explanations, to save the students large amounts of time that is often needed to fill in the gaps that are usually found between steps of illustrations in textbooks or review/outline books. The staff of REA considers economics a subject that is best learned by allowing students to view the methods of analysis and solution techniques. This learning approach is similar to that practiced in various scientific laboratories, particularly in the medical fields. In using this book, students may review and study the illustrated problems at their own pace; students are not limited to the time such problems receive in the classroom. When students want to look up a particular type of problem and solution, they can readily locate it in the book by referring to the index that has been extensively prepared. It is also possible to locate a particular type of problem by glancing at just the material within the boxed portions. Each problem is numbered and surrounded by a heavy black border for speedy identification.

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The Economics of Inequality

If there was any question before, there is no longer a question today: inequality, discrimination, poverty, and mobility are prominent national issues. The notion of "The American Dream" has been sold to generations of young Americans as the idea that working hard and following your dreams will allow you to break through any barriers in your path and inevitably lead to success. However, recent findings on inequality, discrimination, poverty, and mobility show that "The American Reality" is very different.The third edition of this introductory-level text has been completely revised to bring students up to date with current economic thinking on these issues. With an emphasis on data, theory, and policy, this book tackles each issue by exploring three key questions in each chapter: What does the data tell us about what has been happening to the American economy? What are the economic theories needed to understand what has been happening? What are the policy ideas and controversies associated with these economic problems?Key controversies are highlighted in each chapter to drive classroom discussion, and end-of-chapter questions develop student understanding. The book will also be accompanied by digital supplements in the form of PowerPoint slides for each chapter. This clearly written text is ideally suited to a wide variety of courses on contemporary economic conditions, inequality, and social economics in the United States.

If there was any question before, there is no longer a question today: inequality, discrimination, poverty, and mobility are prominent national issues. The notion of "The American Dream" has been sold to generations of young Americans as the idea that working hard and following your dreams will allow you to break through any barriers in your path and inevitably lead to success. However, recent findings on inequality, discrimination, poverty, and mobility show that "The American Reality" is very different. The second edition of this introductory-level text brings together the essential materials on what economists have to say about these findings and brings students up to date with current thinking. It covers several ground-shattering events, such as: the election of Barack Obama followed by Donald Trump; the passage of the Affordable Care Act and attempts to repeal it; and the publication of Thomas Piketty’s Capital in the 21st Century, among many others. With an emphasis on data, theory, and policy, this book tackles these issues by exploring three key questions in each chapter: What do the data tell us about what has been happening to the American economy? What are the economic theories needed to understand what has been happening? What are the policy ideas and controversies associated with these economic problems? Key controversies are highlighted in each chapter to drive classroom discussion, and end-of-chapter questions develop student understanding. This clearly written text is ideally suited to a wide variety of courses on contemporary economic conditions, inequality, and social economics in the United States.

This authoritative reference work explores the factors driving the much-debated increase in economic inequality in U.S. society, as well as the impact that this divide is having on U.S. culture, politics, families, communities, and institutions. This reference work provides an authoritative and comprehensive resource for both students and scholars who are interested in learning more about the rich-poor divide in the United States--a divide regarded by many lawmakers, researchers, pundits, and concerned citizens as one of the nation's most serious problems. The book provides important historical background for understanding how the nation has grappled with (or ignored) this issue in the past, examines specific causes of inequality identified by observers across the political spectrum, and summarizes the potential consequences (both present and future) of economic inequality. This book examines more than 25 issues frequently cited as factors contributing to the rapidly widening gap between socioeconomic classes in the U.S., ranging from such demographic factors as race and gender to tax code provisions and differences in access to quality education and health care. The book also provides both a retrospective and prospective look at government policies aimed at addressing inequality or assisting the poor. Finally, the book looks ahead to survey the future of inequality in America. <ul> <li>Coverage of more than 25 distinct factors contributing to the widening rich-poor divide in the U.S.</li> <li>Evenhanded presentation of both progressive and conservative perspectives on key economic issues</li> <li>Authoritative but accessible entries that provide illumination and insights for academics and students alike</li> </ul>

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Economics: Hits on the Web, Mankiw Edition With InfoTrac College Edition

The Economics of Inequality, Discrimination, Poverty, and Mobility

Economics Problem Solver (Problem Solvers Solution Guides)

The Essentials of Macroeconomics, Vol. 1 (Essentials Study Guides)

The Essentials of Macroeconomics, Vol. 2

The Economics of Inequality

The Economics of Inequality

The Economics of Inequality, Discrimination, Poverty, and Mobility

The Economics of Inequality, Discrimination, Poverty, and Mobility

Inequality in America: Causes and Consequences