ECO 2010Principles of Macroeconomics

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Prerequisite(s): None General Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences In this course, students are introduced to the 'economic way of thinking,' enabling them to analyze macroeconomic phenomena, both historical and contemporary, and to evaluate their implications for societal well-being. They discover how to measure economic performance, inflation, and unemployment. Additionally, students investigate the factors underpinning long-run economic growth. Emphasis is placed on recognizing the role, limits, and implications of macroeconomic policies, including the monetary policies of the Federal Reserve and the government's fiscal policies.