The GDP Expenditures Equation: How Do We Measure It?

Infographic Posters

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Definition of GDP

Provide a definition of GDP, what it measures, and how it is calculated.

GDP: What Is It?

Define GDP, explain its components, and define per capita GDP

Minding the Output Gap: What Is Potential GDP and Why Does It Matter?

This issue of Page One Economics® explains how the output gap is useful for checking the health of the economy.

Analyzing the Elements of Real GDP in FRED Using Stacking Activity

Graph gross domestic product's (GDP) components over time.

10 FRED Graph Activities in 10 Minutes

Learn about data through graphing activities.

Teaching Economics with Active Learning

Teach economics with active and engaging lessons.

PACED Pretzels

Learn about and apply the five-step PACED decision-making process.

How Many Beverages Will Consumers Buy? Lesson on Demand

Learn about the law of demand and discover the relationship between price and quantity demanded.

Using a Minimum Wage Debate in an Economics Class

This activity uses a classroom debate about the minimum wage to teach prices floors.

Teaching Market Structures with Gum

Highlight different market structures through a role playing game.

Is Trade a Zero-Sum Game?

Demonstrate that voluntary trade can benefit buyers and sellers.

How Do We Measure Unemployment?

Demonstrate how we calculate the civilian unemployment rate.

How Fed Policy Transmits to the Economy

Show how changes in monetary policy ripple through the economy.

Career Choices

This activity highlights the connection between education, training, and experience in determining income.

The Three C's of Credit (Lesson 9A)

Play the role of credit providers and assess the credit worthiness of an individual.