Principles of Economics

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Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers offer a fresh synthesis of economic principles tailored for today's students. Their approach emphasizes practical economics through engaging explanations and real-life examples, enabling students to cultivate economic intuition applicable to everyday choices. Covering a broad spectrum of principles topics, the authors build macroeconomics from its microfoundations, garnering positive feedback from numerous instructors and students during pre-publication trials. Students will discover how economic tools can influence decisions related to personal and professional aspirations, public policy, and the larger economy. The text blends fundamental theory with contemporary applications and ample practice opportunities, fostering economic insight. Additionally, the book is paired with the SaplingPlus online learning system, which integrates multimedia resources, an e-Book, and comprehensive homework assignments to enhance the learning experience. Key features include online homework that provides targeted feedback to improve grades, step-by-step graphs that simplify complex figures, and Decision Points that encourage students to reflect on their decision-making processes. These elements help students understand how economic principles impact their choices, making the learning experience relevant to their daily lives. For more information about SaplingPlus, visit www.macmillanihe.com/sapling.