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Practical Economic Questions (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Jenks, Jeremiah Whipple

 
9781334474842: Practical Economic Questions (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Master practical economics with a clear, classroom-ready guide to political economy and its real-world issues. This edition presents a structured sequence of lectures, readings, and guided exercises designed for extension students and adult learners. It emphasizes core concepts, method, and the way economics shapes daily life, policy, and business.

The book combines concise explanations with an organized course plan. It guides readers through the nature, definition, and method of political economy, then moves into topics like the rent problem, monopolies, protection and tariffs, and the race question. Each section includes study prompts and suggested readings to foster understanding and discussion without assuming prior study.




  • Core questions and definitions that ground economic thinking in everyday terms

  • Structured discussions of production, distribution, and the role of rent

  • Explanations of monopolies, capitalistic power, and public policy approaches

  • Practical topics and paper prompts to reinforce learning and critical thinking



Ideal for readers of introductory economics, policy students, and adults seeking a clear, serviceable foundation in political economy.


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