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XECO 212 Week 3 DQs

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  3. This work of XECO 212 Week 3 Discussion Questions shows the solutions to the following problems:
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  6. DQ 1: Why do some workers make more money than others? Must everyone make the same wage? Explain your answers using labor market equilibrium.
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  8. DQ 2: Imagine that you are a business owner. Choose whether to hire a new person in the marketing department or upgrade your computer system. Each choice requires the same amount of investment. Address the following topics: What factors do you use to determine whether to invest in the additional capital and labor?
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  10. General Questions - General General Questions
  11. ECO 212 final exam version 6
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  17. 1) Which of the following issues is an application of using macroeconomics to make a real world decision?
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  429. Carry a personal water bottle to school. Hydration is vital to stay alert and focused during classes. This is extremely important to do when you have a number of classes scheduled close to one another and do not have time to break for a meal. Drinking water frequently during the day can help you remain focused and energized. A lot of water fountains out there allow for easy bottle refills as well.
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