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Academic Year 2003/2004

Introduction to Economics
ECON 101 SP

A general introduction to economic analysis and its applications for public policy. The course examines the forces of supply and demand in competitive markets, business strategy in monopolized markets, antitrust policy to preserve competitive rivalry, resource allocation, income distribution, and the causes of and remedies for unemployment and inflation, with attention to monetary and fiscal policy.

MAJOR READINGS

TBA

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Two hour quizzes and a final. One short paper.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: SBS ECON    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Kilby,Peter   
Times: .M.W.F. 11:00AM-11:50AM;     Location: PAC001
Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: UNL)

Special Attributes:
Curricular Renewal:    Quantitative Reasoning
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Last Updated on MAR-19-2004

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