US Real GDP Is Substantially Higher Today Than It Was

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Essay

U.S. real GDP is substantially higher today than it was 60 years ago. What does this tell us, and what does it not tell us, about the well-being of U.S. residents?

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Definitions:

Real Losses

Actual losses or deficits experienced, typically referring to tangible items or aspects in one's life, such as money, job, or relationships.

Circular Flow

A model that depicts the continuous movement of money, goods and services, and factors of production between producers and consumers, within an economy.

Local Incomes

The amounts of money earned by individuals or households in a specific local area, which can reflect the economic conditions of that region.

Scarcity

The limited availability of resources to meet unlimited wants and needs.