The Branch of Economics That Focuses on Decision Making for the Economy

question 134

Multiple Choice

The branch of economics that focuses on decision making for the economy as a whole is called:

• A) normative economics.
• B) macroeconomics.
• C) microeconomics.
• D) consumer economics.

Understand the impact of international trade on domestic market prices and equilibrium.

Identify and differentiate between import demand and export supply curves.

Analyze how world prices influence domestic exports and imports.

Recognize and categorize different forms of trade barriers and their implications.

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