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Welch, Patrick J.

Economics: theory & practice. / Patrick J. Welch, Gerry F. Welch. - 9th ed. / Patrick J. Welch, Gerry F. Welch. - Hoboken, N.J. : John Wiley, c2010. - xx, 536 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm.

Previous ed.: 2006.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents: Introduction to economics: Introduction to economics -- Economic decision making and economic systems -- Demand, supply and price determination -- The Macroeconomy: Goals and problems of the macroeconomy: employment, prices and production -- Foundations of the macroeconomy -- The Role of government in the macroeconomy -- Money, financial institutions and the federal reserve -- Money creation, monetary theory and monetary policy -- Macroeconomic viewpoints and models -- The Microeconomy: Households and businesses: an overview -- Benefits, costs and maximization -- Production and the costs of production -- Competition and market structures -- Government and the markets -- Labor markets, unions and the distribution of income -- The International economy: International trade -- International finance.

ISBN: 9780470450093 (pbk.) 0470450096 (pbk.)

LCCN: 2011420558

Nat. Bib. No.: GBA986515 bnb

Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: 015361464 Uk

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Economics.

LC Class. No.: HB171.5 / .W3935

Dewey Class. No.: 330