Economic Principles Resources

Economic Principles Resources

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School House Rock: Where the Money Goes

Economic basics… in animated musical form.

School House Rock: Dollars and Sense

Because the most important lessons in life are learned on PBS… when you're 5.

When Demand Outstrips Production Possibilities

More people want new iPhones than Apple can produce, and Apple won't jack up the price to the equilibrium point. Hello shortages…

And More Shortages

You might be able to live without an iPhone, but running out of critical drugs is a more serious problem.

Want to see the principle of scarcity in action? Check out what happens to the bid prices on that ultra-rare Kareem Abdul Jabbar bobblehead you've been wanting to add to your collection.