The Macroeconomic Environment
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The Macroeconomic Environment

Examine key macroeconomic indicators such as inflation, economic growth, and unemployment. Students will evaluate how these factors impact the Irish business landscape.

NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsLC Economics Strand 4.1: National incomeLC Economics Strand 4.2: Inflation and employment

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Examine key macroeconomic indicators such as inflation, economic growth, and unemployment. Students will evaluate how these factors impact the Irish business landscape.

Key Questions

  1. How is inflation measured in Ireland?
  2. What are the economic consequences of high unemployment?
  3. How does economic growth affect business confidence?

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