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During Ben's Lunch Break, He Logged on to His Computer

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During Ben's lunch break, he logged on to his computer to find the mutual fund he wanted to buy. As he made his way around several websites, he realized that the NAV (net asset value) quoted was yesterday's close. His shares would be purchased tomorrow, with today's closing price. Looking over his shoulder, one of his coworkers suggested that he look into _________ because they are similar to mutual funds, but could be traded during the entire trading day, just like stocks.

Comprehend the broader economic cost concepts including opportunity cost and economic choice.

Assess the impact of market dynamics on price setting and resource distribution.

Explore practical examples of market interventions and their outcomes in real life.

Understand the concept and differences between distal and proximal stimuli.

Definitions:

Supply Curve

A graph showing the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity of that good that suppliers are willing to sell.

Pizza

A popular dish of Italian origin consisting of a round, flat base of dough topped with tomatoes, cheese, and various other ingredients baked at a high temperature.

Supply Curve

A graphical representation that illustrates the amount of product businesses are willing to produce and sell at different price points.

Decrease in Supply

A situation where the quantity of a good that producers are willing and able to sell at a given price level falls, often due to factors like increased production costs or natural disasters.