Category: Economics

Apple produces iPhones and iPads; two different products; however, it can only p

Apple produces iPhones and iPads; two different products; however, it can only produce a limited number of each product because of its scarce resources; physical capital (plants and equipment) and people (labor), for example.
Countries, like businesses or consumers, also have limited resources to produce goods and services for their citizens. These resources might include labor, arable land, and weather.
The PPF curve shows where production and allocation are most efficient and where scarce resources are most efficiently utilized.
In your own words, address the following requirements. Be sure to exceed a minimum of 125 words for each requirement to ensure thorough depth and detail is utilized in demonstrating your understanding of the answer.
Describe what the PPF Curve represents and explain the relationship between the vertical axis representing one good or service and the horizontal axis representing another good or service.
Discuss why countries should avoid producing inside of the PPF curve. 
Explain how a country can achieve production outside the PPF curve and provide examples. 
Explain why different countries might have different PPF curves for the same good and how each country might help the other, providing examples.
Submit a Word Document containing your assignment and the following requirements:
Paper Requirements [minimum of 125 words per question – 500 words total]
In-text Citations and References are required
APA Requirements
1” inch margins
Times New Roman 12 pt font
Double-Spaced
Title Page
Reference Page

Apple produces iPhones and iPads; two different products; however, it can only p

Apple produces iPhones and iPads; two different products; however, it can only produce a limited number of each product because of its scarce resources; physical capital (plants and equipment) and people (labor), for example.
Countries, like businesses or consumers, also have limited resources to produce goods and services for their citizens. These resources might include labor, arable land, and weather.
The PPF curve shows where production and allocation are most efficient and where scarce resources are most efficiently utilized.
In your own words, address the following requirements. Be sure to exceed a minimum of 125 words for each requirement to ensure thorough depth and detail is utilized in demonstrating your understanding of the answer.
Describe what the PPF Curve represents and explain the relationship between the vertical axis representing one good or service and the horizontal axis representing another good or service.
Discuss why countries should avoid producing inside of the PPF curve. 
Explain how a country can achieve production outside the PPF curve and provide examples. 
Explain why different countries might have different PPF curves for the same good and how each country might help the other, providing examples.
Submit a Word Document containing your assignment and the following requirements:
Paper Requirements [minimum of 125 words per question – 500 words total]
In-text Citations and References are required
APA Requirements
1” inch margins
Times New Roman 12 pt font
Double-Spaced
Title Page
Reference Page

I have two questions regarding the Affordable Care Act. They are in bold and und

I have two questions regarding the Affordable Care Act. They are in bold and underlined.
How does
ACA help low-income individuals purchase health insurance?
The ACA
created health insurance with federal financial assistance that will reduce the
premiums and deductibles and allows states to expand Medicaid to adults with
133% poverty. ACA helps provide insurance for people who are self-employed,
work in industries that do not have insurance, part-time workers, people who
are low income, and people who retire before they are 65 (Sullivan, n.d.).
My
question is: What else does the ACA do to help low-income individuals purchase
health insurance?
Reference
Sullivan, J.
(n.d.). Entering their second decade, Affordable Care Act coverage
expansions have helped millions, provide the basis for further progress.
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. https://www.cbpp.org/research/health/entering-their-second-decade-affordable-care-act-coverage-expansions-have-helped#:~:text=The%20Affordable%20Care%20Act%20(ACA,to%20138%20percent%20of%20the
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Identify at least two key changes to the ACA since its enactment in 2010. (b) Describe those changes and the impact that each change had in the marketplace.
Since its enactment in 2010, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has undergone several significant changes that have reshaped its structure and impact on the marketplace. One key change occurred with the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, which effectively repealed the individual mandate penalty. Originally, the ACA included a mandate that required most Americans to have health insurance or pay a penalty, which was designed to ensure a balanced risk pool by encouraging healthy individuals to purchase insurance. The repeal of this penalty in 2019 led to concerns about the potential destabilization of the insurance markets, as fewer healthy individuals might enroll, thereby increasing the risk pool’s overall cost and potentially leading to higher premiums for those who remain insured. However, the impact has been mixed. At the same time, some insurers reported premium increases, but the market did not experience the catastrophic destabilization some had predicted, possibly due to other stabilizing mechanisms within the ACA and state-level interventions.
Another significant change brought by the ACA was the expansion of Medicaid. The original intention of the ACA was to expand Medicaid coverage by increasing the income eligibility threshold, allowing more low-income individuals to qualify. However, a 2012 Supreme Court ruling made this expansion optional for states. Despite some states opting out, Medicaid enrollment grew substantially, increasing from 58.9 million in 2012 to 73.5 million by 2017 (Feldstein, 2019, p. 129). As a result, a patchwork implementation emerged, with some states embracing the expansion while others did not. States that chose to expand Medicaid experienced significant reductions in uninsured rates and improved access to care for low-income populations. This expansion has profoundly impacted the marketplace by providing a safety net for millions who would otherwise be uninsured, thus reducing the financial burden on emergency healthcare services and enhancing overall public health outcomes. In contrast, states that did not expand Medicaid continue to grapple with higher uninsured rates, adverse health outcomes, and financial strain on both individuals and healthcare providers.
These changes highlight the dynamic nature of the ACA and its ongoing evolution in response to legislative, judicial, and administrative actions. The repeal of the individual mandate penalty and the optional Medicaid expansion are just two examples of how policy shifts can significantly influence the healthcare landscape, affecting insurance markets, coverage rates, and the accessibility of care for millions of Americans.
My question is: Besides the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 and the expansion of Medicaid, can you give me two additional key changes with a small description and impact?
References
Michael A. Morrisey. (2020). Health Insurance, Third Edition: Vol. Third edition. AUPHA/HAP Book.
Paul Feldstein. (2019). Health Policy Issues: An Economic Perspective, Seventh Edition: Vol. Seventh edition. AUPHA/HAP Book.
Kaiser Family Foundation. (2018, December 17). Summary of the Affordable Care Act. KFF. https://www.kff.org/affordable-care-act/fact-sheet/summary-of-the-affordable-care-act/
Forum on Medical and Public Health Preparedness for Catastrophic Events; Board on Health Sciences Policy; Board on Health Care Services; Institute of Medicine. The Impacts of the Affordable Care Act on Preparedness Resources and Programs: Workshop Summary. Washington (DC): National Academies Press (US); 2014 Aug 27. F, Key Features of the Affordable Care Act by Year. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK241401/

Activities
Learning 
Resources – Chapters  8 AND 9
i have uploaded the book to h

Activities
Learning 
Resources – Chapters  8 AND 9
i have uploaded the book to help.
you will also need to repsond to two different peers.
Discussion 3
As we have learned, unemployment and inflation are the two major ills that impact all economies. Pick a country* other than the U.S. and describe its unemployment and inflation trends since the year 2000. When describing these trends, note whether or not the unemployment and inflation rates move in tandem with each other or move in opposite directions. How does the movement of the two trends match the basic theories of unemployment and inflation?
*Consider choosing the country you selected in Discussion 2. This will give you a more thorough understanding of its economy!
Your initial post is due by 11:59 p.m. CT Thursday, and your two response posts are due by 11:59 p.m. CT Sunday.
Exercise 2
Exercise 2 covers Chapters 8 and 9 of your textbook. Access the Exercise by downloading the attached document. 
Your responses should answer each question fully. You should strive to (1) explain the concept at hand and (2) answer the question with supporting reasoning.

Please see question attached and provide an answer with a short paragraph. Also,

Please see question attached and provide an answer with a short paragraph. Also, respond to both discussion posts.

no need to write the first question, doesn’t have to write up to 800 words, just

no need to write the first question, doesn’t have to write up to 800 words, just finish answering the question then it’s fine.

No title page needed.
GDP- Gross Domestic Products
Saint Leo’s Core Values:
Exce

No title page needed.
GDP- Gross Domestic Products
Saint Leo’s Core Values:
Excellence
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Respect
We value all individuals’ unique talents, respect their dignity and strive to foster their commitment to excellence in our work. Our community’s strength depends on the unity and diversity of our people, on the free exchange of ideas, and on learning, living and working harmoniously.
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Saint Leo University stresses the development of every person’s mind, spirit, and body for a balanced life. All members of the Saint Leo University community must demonstrate their commitment to personal development in order to strengthen the character of our community.
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The commitment of Saint Leo University to excellence demands that its members live its mission and deliver on its promise. The faculty, staff, and students pledge to be honest, just and consistent in word and deed.

In your own words, address the following requirements.
Be sure to exceed a minim

In your own words, address the following requirements.
Be sure to exceed a minimum of 100 words for each GDP component and assignment requirement to ensure thorough depth and detail is utilized in demonstrating your understanding of the answer.
Identify and describe each of the four components of the Gross Domestic Product.
1)
2)
3)
4)
Economists believe the ideal GDP growth rate is 2%-3% and is a measure of a country’s economic health. During the Great Recession of 2008, we had several quarters of economic contraction, and we saw this again in 2020 because of the COVID pandemic. Think about how you, members of your family, or friends may have been affected by these economic downturns.
What is a decline in the GDP referred to, and how might this directly affect us as both workers and consumers?
Explain why we don’t want an extremely high GDP growth rate and discuss how this might affect us as consumers.
Submit
Submit a Word Document containing your assignment and the following requirements:
Paper Requirements [minimum of 100 words per question – 600 total words]
Intext Citations and References are required
APA Requirements
1” inch margins
Times New Roman 12 pt font
Double-Spaced
Title Page
Reference Page

This will be a test of your ability to grasp and synthesize main topics in econo

This will be a test of your ability to grasp and synthesize main topics in economics. I expect your treatment of the topic to
be thorough – I am
expecting to see your thoughts
and ideas, not the so-called experts.
The length
of
the paper should be no less than five pages in length, with at least 1,400 words, double spaced, Arial
font (12 points) and must cite
at least three sources.
The cover and reference pages
are not to be included
in the page or word count of
the paper. The paper does not exceed 20% of similarity
according to Safe Assign. Please upload
your
paper in a Microsoft Word Document
or your paper will not be graded. Please post your work as an attachment on Blackboard using Microsoft word by the
due date. I do not accept any papers by email.
Note: if you have any problems
with this assignment, please contact me ASAP! No late
papers will be accepted.
Please select from one of the following topics
(I expect you to thoroughly
research and discuss one of the following topics.
Cite your sources and
use what you have learned in the class)
1)    
Given the current economic climate, discuss where you think the auto industry is going over the next five years. Feel free to discuss
in terms
of international and
domestic.
2)    
Discuss
the Social Security System. Current
status and future outlook. Be thorough and focus
on
the economic considerations.
3)    
Discuss
healthcare issues from an economic standpoint – prescription drugs,
etc…
4)    
Cost of delivering education – pros and cons of privatization at the primary, secondary and college levels.
I am most interested in seeing
reports which reflect
“your”
thoughts and what
you
have learned in the class.
Do not get caught up in whether what you put forth is
right
or wrong,
or if you change position in midstream. I want
to
see how you
THINK. This is an opportunity for you to put
some theory into practice.
Enjoy and just
remember I
am looking
for your thoughts.
Rubric for
the
paper:
90 – 100%         Paper
meets all requirements in length and content; shows excellent understanding of the material; AND grammar, structure, and
spelling are at college level.
80 – 89%           Paper meets all
requirements in length and content; shows a good understanding
of the material;
AND grammar, structure and spelling
are at a college level.
70 – 79%           Paper meets
all
requirements in length and content; shows some understanding of the material;
AND/OR grammar, structure and spelling need some improvement.
63 – 69%           Paper meets bare minimum requirements in length and content; lacks some key understanding of the material;
AND/OR
grammar,
structure and spelling need a lot of improvement.
0 – 62%             Paper does not meet minimum requirements in length and content; OR shows
little understanding of material;
OR grammar, structure and spelling are not
on college level.

Research Topics: Whatever issues related to international economics you’re inter

Research Topics: Whatever issues related to international economics you’re interested
iv) Items that should be included in the Group Research Proposal are:
– Research topics
– Research Methodologies (if you can think about~)
v) Requirements:
– I do not expect a full research paper from your projects.
– What I expect is ‘your collaboration to analyze a problem, your common tasks’, and your trials to find a solution through
discussions.
– You are required to make a presentation (PPT) slide file including at least 5 pictures (photos) about your collaboration with a description of the date and your activities. (Definitely, the more pictures (photos) are strong evidence for your serious collaborative efforts!)
Format of PPT:
I do not expect a full research paper, but rather a PPT summary that includes:
– The research questions and objectives (including motivation)
– Major methodologies used
– Major findings of your research projects (possibly in comparison to findings from earlier research)
– The implications and contribution of your findings
– A report on how you collaborated with your research team members, including division of labor and pictures of your work together
– There is no pre-determined format for references.
Need to give me the research topic that you have thought of in one day and then the content part of the ppt to me on the 13th of July.