In this 6 minute video, students will examine what happens when a nation defaults. This video will support the standards EPF. 7 and 8
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 the U.S. federal budget in terms of annual debt and accumulated debt
Understand how economic growth or decline can influence a budget surplus or budget deficit
Many people are concerned with growing national debt, but according to Professor Antony Davies of Duquesne University, there are a lot of misconceptions. In this lecture, Professor Davies explores ten common myths about inequality, covering everything from the causes of the debt to potential solutions.
The national debt is so big that it's often hard to comprehend. In this video, Professor Antony Davies of Duquesne University presents the government’s fiscal situation scaled down to the level of an average household to help students understand the national debt.
Many have suggested raising taxes on the richest Americans to help offset pay off the national debt. In this video, Professor Antony Davies of Duquesne University uses data to assess how much of a difference taxing the rich would make.
