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Title:
Economics : an introduction for South African learners
Author:
Pape, John.
ISBN:
9780702152061
Personal Author:
Publication Information:
Kenwyn : Juta, 2000.
Physical Description:
viii, 382 pages ; 25 cm
General Note:
Includes index.
Contents:
Section 1: Introducing economics -- Section 2: How a market works -- Section 3: Market structure and microeconomics -- Section 4: The role of government and other stakeholders in the economy.
Abstract:
"Economics - An Introduction for South African Learners aims to provide students with a basic understanding of the subject and to provide a foundation to help them to further their study in the field. It presents economics in an interesting and accessible way by focusing on the current debates. This practical book has sections designed to build the learners' academic skills and it includes topics such as essay writing, the use of graphs and critical reading. Based on the author's extensive teaching experience, it has been written specifically for entry-level economics students and those wishing to gain a rudimentary understanding of the subject."--Publisher's website.