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Relationship between total revenue and elasticity
Hi could someone explain to me what the following means
If demand is elastic, a 1% price cut increases the quantity sold by more than 1%, total revenue increases.
If demand is in …
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Why didn’t the RBA raise interest rates in Feb 2010?
Many expected a 0.25% raise last Tuesday, but it didn't happen, why is that so?
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1answer
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What is game theory and how is it applied in economics?
In addition, is game theory mentioned at all in the 3/4 Economics course? (my apologies if it is irrelevant to VCE)
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1answer
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Economic history of Australia (1990-now)
Is there a good, in depth web resource documenting the modern history of Australia's economy (preferably 1990-2008) with details about the major factors and macroeconomic policies …
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2answers
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What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of doing a Unit 1/2 in year 10?
Hi,
I understand a significant percentage of year 10's do a Unit 1/2 subject, but I am worried it may be too much pressure for me. However I also would like to have a go, so as to …
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1answer
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What is the difference between productivity and productive capacity?
Is there a relationship between the two or a difference?
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1answer
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Explain an example of market failure.
Explain what market failure. Discuss why climate change might be considered an example of market failure. Discuss one other type of market failure.
I understand that market failur …
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Discuss why the Gov. might want to interfere in sale of a company like Qantas?
Being a privately owned company is there a reason why? It came up on one of the trial exams my economics teacher gave our class.
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3answers
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How will the Government finance the budget deficit?
I understand that the Government recorded a $52.6 billion deficit in the 2009-10 budget. And that the Government has a number of options to finance it, including
borrow from the …
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1answer
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What is the difference between discretionary and automatic stabilisers?
This is a major part of budgetary policy.
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Whats the difference between Planned and Actual Investment?
Hi
In Macroeconomics, what is the difference between planned and actual investment in the economy? Just a bit confused and wanted some real help.
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Who are the underemployed in Australia?
I understand underemployment being a series economic issue, with reports by the ABS of half a million being so. Underemployment is were a worker would like more employment, but can …
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1answer
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Why does the CAD have to, or always offset the Capital and Financial Account?
I understand that when it comes to external stability in the VCE Economics course there are TWO accounts reflecting Australia's international transactions
the Current Account
a …
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What are the economic benefits of the first home buyers grant?
In the context of VCE Economics, how does the Governments fiscal policy of providing the First Home Buyers grant aid Economic growth. I understand I protects jobs within the buildi …
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Can somebody help me with the exchange rate, economic policies and subsidies?
Hello
I did a NEAP test my teacher provided, and I lost marks on this question. I approached teacher and asked for clarification, but I didn't understand the answer/ wasn't 100% i …
