Trade: Why Do Nations Trade?
Visualize key components of international trade.
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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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How Do Imports Affect GDP?
Learn how imports are calculated in GDP.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
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Comparative Advantage: Trading Brownies and Pizza
Discover the benefits of trade.
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Is Trade a Zero-Sum Game?
Demonstrate that voluntary trade can benefit buyers and sellers.
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Introduction to International Trade
Get your students thinking about their own states' exports with this activity.
