Book Description
The hallmark approach of this very successful market-leading text is its clear and concise treatment of international trade and finance theory illustrated with a wealth of the most up-to-date contemporary issues and examples. Carbaugh demonstrates the relevance of theory through real-world economic issues. Theoretical discussions are presented in both verbal and graphical terms, making the book highly accessible to students with little economics background. Its concise and flexible format makes it an ideal fit for most one-term courses.
International Economics FROM THE PUBLISHER
The hallmark approach of this very successful market-leading text is its clear and concise treatment of international trade and finance theory illustrated with a wealth of the most up-to-date contemporary issues and cases. Carbaugh demonstrates the relevance of theory through real-world economic issues. Theoretical discussions are presented in both verbal and graphical terms, making the book highly accessible to students with little economics background. Its concise and flexible format makes it an ideal fit for most one-term courses.
SYNOPSIS
Carbaugh (economics, Central Washington University) adds updated applications and material on the latest theoretical and policy developments to this 10th edition of a text for a one-quarter or a one-semester course for students with knowledge of principles of economics. This edition highlights five themes that are widely discussed in the news media: globalization of economic activity, free trade, trade conflicts between developing and industrial nations, trade liberalization, and the dollar as a key currency. Chapter summaries, key concepts, study questions, and Web links are included. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR