Essential Foundations of Economics

NOTE: This edition features the same content as the traditional text in a convenient three-hole-punched loose-leaf version. Student Value Editions also offer a great value; this format costs significantly less than a new textbook. Before purchasing check with your instructor or review your course syllabus to ensure that you select the correct ISBN. Several versions of MyLab and Mastering platforms exist for each title including customized versions for individual schools and registrations are not transferable. In addition you may need a Course ID provided by your instructor to register for and use MyLab and Mastering platforms. For courses in Economics. An engaging practice-oriented approach to understanding core economic principles Essential Foundations of Economics 8th Edition introduces readers to the economic principles they can use to navigate the financial decisions of their futures. Each chapter concentrates on a manageable number of ideas usually 3 to 4 with each reinforced several times throughout the text. This patient approach helps guide individuals through unfamiliar terrain and focus them on the most important concepts. The text does four core things to help readers grasp and apply economic principles: it motivates with compelling issues and questions focuses on core ideas offers concise points and encourages learning with activities and practice questions. After completing this text readers will have the foundational knowledge of how the economy works and can apply it to their lives going forward. Also available with MyLab Economics MyLab Economics is an online homework tutorial and assessment program designed to work with this text to engage students and improve results. Within its structured environment students practice what they learn test their understanding and pursue a personalized study plan that helps them better absorb course material and understand difficult concepts. If you would like to purchase both the loose-leaf version of the text and MyLab Economics search for: 0134641876 / 9780134641874Essential Foundations of Economics Student Value Edition Plus MyLab Economics with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package 8/e Package consists of: 013451565X / 9780134515656 Essential Foundations of Economics Student Value Edition 0134522397 / 9780134522395 MyLab Economics with Pearson eText -- Access Card -- for Essential Foundations of Economics