Recession: When the Economy Slows Down

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Trade-offs everywhere — find them.

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Money is just a story everyone agrees to believe.

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Recessions are periods when the economy shrinks. Businesses may lay off workers, consumers spend less, and tax revenue drops. Recessions are a normal, if painful, part of the cycle.

Key facts

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1Money is a medium of exchange.
2Needs are different from wants.
3Supply and demand affect prices.

Then & Now

💱 Every receipt you've ever seen has this idea inside it.

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What is trade?

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Question 2 of 2

What is an opportunity cost?

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