Discussion Forum 1.1 -

Definition

Definition

by Yuewen (Kyo) Ren -
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1. effective (use of resources)

Spend resources where they will actually bring results

2. priority

 Which is more important and should be done first. For example,  buy food first, then think about buying a console.

3. consequence

 The choice brings results that can be good or bad, short or long term. 

4. efficient (use of resources)

 Get maximum output with minimum resources and no waste.

5. economize

 Try to save money and resources.

6. economics

 The study of how people meet unlimited needs with limited resources.

7. social science

 The study of human society and human behavior.

8. stakeholder

 A person or group of people who will be affected by a decision or action.

9. scientific method

 Methods that would be used in economics to examine problems using observation, experimentation, and logical reasoning.

10. economy

 The sum of all production, distribution and consumption activities in an area.

11. anlytical (or positive) economic

 Describe the facts objectively.

12. normative (or policy) economics

 Express what economists think should be the case, based on their value judgements.

13. utility

The satisfaction a person gets from consuming a good or service. 

14. util

 The unit used to measure utility.

 


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