Money
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Reading Q&A
31-45 min
Everyday Economics: Money
OVERVIEW
This in-depth reading assignment describes the growth of money from a barter system and explains the functions and characteristics of money. Use this reading to discuss inflation and traces the history of American currency with your students.
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