Principles of Macroeconomics, 5th Edition

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by: N. Gregory Mankiw

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PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS continues to be the most popular and widely used text in economics classrooms today. The fifth edition features a strong revision of content in all 36 chapters while maintaining the clear, accessible writing style and precise presentation that are the hallmark of this highly respected author. Dozens of new applications emphasize the real-world relevance of economics for today's students through interesting news articles, realistic case studies, and engaging problems. The new edition also features an expanded instructor's resource package designed to assist in course planning and classroom presentation, as well as full integration of content with Aplia.
'I have tried to put myself in the position of someone seeing economics for the first time. My goal is to emphasize the material that students should and do find interesting about the study of the economy.'--N. Gregory Mankiw.

# Numerous new items expand the usefulness and appeal of popular features such as 'In the News,' 'FYI' and 'Case Studies,' creating an even more engaging and timely learning experience for students. Highlights include 'Go For It on Fourth Down, Coach?' and 'Maybe You Should Ask an Egghead.'
# New material in multiple chapters enhances explanations of key ideas to help students learn more effectively. Examples include the significance of the gains from trade for individuals and nations and the reasons net capital outflow does not depend on the exchange rate.
# Numerous new 'Questions for Review' and 'Problems and Applications' appear throughout the fifth edition, providing an effective, integrated way for students to self-assess their mastery of the material and to review more efficiently for assignments and exams.
# Created by economist Ron Cronovich of Carthage College, Premium PowerPoint® Presentations feature chapter-by-chapter slides designed to ease your course preparation time while increasing student involvement in the classroom. The presentations organize lecture points into sections that students can easily digest, animate graphs the way you might draw them, and include Student Note Prompt handouts to facilitate effective note taking without distracting students from active participation in class.
# Excerpts from many newspaper articles encourage students to apply basic economic theory to discover how economics can provide an illuminating new perspective and enable a greater understanding of world events.
# 'FYI' boxes provide additional material to expand key concepts and discussions by offering a glimpse into the history of economic thought, clarifying technical issues, and exploring supplementary topics you might choose to complement your core lectures.
# Economic theory is most useful and interesting when applied to actual events and policies, which is why the text contains numerous case studies to vividly illustrate the real-world applications and consequences of key principles.
# 'Quick Quizzes' follow each major section to help students check their comprehension of what they just learned and to focus their review when preparing for exams.
# Each chapter contains a variety of problems and applications that encourage students to apply the material they have learned. These practical, interesting activities serve equally well as homework assignments and starting points for lively classroom discussions.
# Numerous new items expand the usefulness and appeal of popular features such as 'In the News,' 'FYI' and 'Case Studies,' creating an even more engaging and timely learning experience for students. Highlights include 'Go For It on Fourth Down, Coach?' and 'Maybe You Should Ask an Egghead.'
# New material in multiple chapters enhances explanations of key ideas to help you learn more effectively. Examples include the significance of the gains from trade for individuals and nations and the reasons net capital outflow does not depend on the exchange rate.
# Numerous new 'Questions for Review' and 'Problems and Applications' appear throughout the fifth edition, providing an effective, integrated way for you to self-assess your mastery of the material and to review more efficiently for assignments and exams.
# The text opens with Mankiw's Ten Principles of Economics to introduce you to a manageable set of basic concepts that will provide a solid foundation for later reading and class discussions. The text closes with a chapter presenting both sides of five major debates over economic policy to show how the concepts you have learned have essential applications and a strong impact in the real world.
# Excerpts from many newspaper articles help you apply basic economic theory to discover how economics can provide an illuminating new perspective and enable a greater understanding of world events. Numerous case studies vividly illustrate the real-world applications and consequences of key principles.
# 'FYI' boxes provide additional material to expand on key concepts and discussions by offering a glimpse into the history of economic thought, clarifying technical issues, and exploring supplementary topics to complement the core course material.
# 'Quick Quizzes' follow each major section to help you check your comprehension of what you just learned and focus your review when preparing for exams.
# Created by economist Ron Cronovich of Carthage College, Premium PowerPoint® Presentations feature chapter-by-chapter slides designed to make your studying more interactive. Student Note Prompt handouts, available at www.cengage.com/economics/mankkiw, help facilitate effective note taking without distracting you from active participation in class.