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Economics and Economic Systems

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Although individuals and countries, for centuries, have exchanged goods and services for money, the formal field of economics, the study of wealth and how it is produced and distributed, is relatively young. Since Adam Smith's pioneering work in the 18th century, economics has developed a great deal, and with it, so has our understanding of market systems, such as capitalism and centrally planned systems. A detailed explanation of the scope of economics, historical development, and the strengths and weaknesses of various economic systems is provided.

Series: Economics: Taking the Mystery Out of Money

Interest Level: Grades 7-12

Guided Reading Level: Z

Lexile Level: 1510

ISBN: 9781615308965 (E-book)

Copyright: ©2013

Pages: 144

“Although humans have traded goods and services since the beginning of time, the study of economics-how wealth is produced and distributed-is relatively recent. This overview offers a scope and history and discusses the strengths and weaknesses of various economic systems. Diagrams, sidebars, and back matter make this a worthy introduction.” — Kay Weisman, School Library Monthly

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