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Student Obstacle Illusions: Creating Difficulties Where There Are None
Many students often confide in me, saying that studying is too hard and it's too difficult to get good grades. It seems as if studying is...
Jul 9, 2024


Which comes first: Demand or Supply?
We often wonder which comes first: demand (like everyone needing that new phone) or supply (companies scrambling to make enough...
Jul 2, 2024


Why Diamonds Cost More Than Water: Paradox of Value
Have you ever wondered why a sparkling diamond ring costs a fortune while life-giving water is practically free? This is the essence of...
Jun 19, 2024


Diesel Price Increase in Malaysia: How Will It Affect You?
Malaysia recently announced a significant change to its fuel subsidy system, specifically for diesel. The price of diesel in Peninsular...
Jun 12, 2024


The Hidden Hours of a Teacher's Work
Have you ever wondered what happens when the school bell rings and the students head home? For teachers, the workday often extends far...
Jun 5, 2024


PES: Does Slope Matter?
While many students commonly associate steeper supply curves with inelastic price elasticity of supply (PES) and flatter supply curves...
Jun 5, 2024


Dream Big, But Not Too Big: Setting Realistic Goals
Graduation season is upon us once again, bringing with it the age-old tradition of inspirational speeches. These speeches are filled with...
May 29, 2024


The Impact of PED on Consumer Surplus
This post will clarify how changes in price can differently impact consumer surplus depending on whether demand is elastic or inelastic....
May 29, 2024


Why is the USA Targeting Chinese Electric Cars with New Tariffs?
The Biden administration has announced a series of new tariffs on Chinese goods, with a clear focus on the green technology sector. While...
May 21, 2024


IGCSE Economics: Exam Tips for Data Response (Section A)
1. This is worth 30 marks and is based on source material. 2. It is useful to read the question parts first and then read the...
May 21, 2024


Beyond the Paycheck: Redefining Success and Happiness
According to some research, a staggering 37% of British workers feel their jobs lack meaning. As Brad Pitt's iconic character Tyler...
May 20, 2024


Why The Poor Make Poor Decisions? How Basic Income Can Break the Poverty Cycle?
The question of why the poor make seemingly poor decisions—such as borrowing more, saving less, smoking more, exercising less, drinking...
May 20, 2024
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