Loose-Leaf The Microeconomy Today [Loose-leaf]

POLICY-ORIENTED RELEVANCY, READABILITY, RELIABLILITY 
The Micro Economy Todayhas long been recognized as the most policy-oriented introduction to economics. The text begins by depicting the President of the United States as the Economist in Chief and mentions some of the policy decisions he confronts. Every chapter emphasizes that theme by highlighting and analyzing policy issues. Every edition continues to be updated to present the latest, most pressing policy issues. 
The 17th/edition is no exception, filled with the latest in economic trends, policy, and data, as well as examples using topics ripped from todays headlines that will resonate with students and help them connect concepts theyre learning to the real-world and deepen their understanding in a way that they can relate to and is meaningful. The relevancy and readability of the 17th edition are reinforced with a variety of unique features, all-new questions and problems and robust integration with Connect. The authors have worked to ensureThe Micro Economy Todayis tightly integrated with the adaptive digital tools and dynamic interactive resources available in Connect. Connect is proven to increase student engagement and success. For professors, there is also an updated instructor guide to bring new ideas to your course, no matter the format. 
PART 1: THE ECONOMIC CHALLENGE 
Chapter 1: Economics: The Core Issues 
Appendix: Using Graphs 
Chapter 2: The U.S. Economy: A Global View 
Chapter 3: Supply and Demand 
Chapter 4: The Role of Government 
PART 2: PRODUCT MARKETS: THE BASICS 
Chapter 5: Consumer Choice  
Appendix: Indifference Curves  
Chapter 6: Elasticity  
Chapter 7: The Costs of Production  
PART 3: MARKET STRUCTURE 
Chapter 8: The Competitive Firm 
Chapter 9: Competitive Markets&nl³³