Trade: Why Do Nations Trade?
Visualize key components of international trade.
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Lessons & Activities
31-45 min
Comparative Advantage Slides
OVERVIEW
This series of slides presents the production possibilities frontiers for Alphatown and Omegaville and illustrates their comparative advantage in the production of apples and potatoes, leading to specialization and trade.
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International Trade 101
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READING Q&A
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International Trade: Making Sense of the Trade Deficit
Review the basics of international trade.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
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Comparative Advantage: Trading Brownies and Pizza
Discover the benefits of trade.
READING Q&A
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Is a Strong Dollar Better than a Weak Dollar?
Learn about foreign exchange rates and the foreign exchange market.
READING Q&A
16-30 MIN
Does International Trade Create Winners and Losers?
Provide an overview of the basics of trade.
