| This simple animated video series answers the question, "How does the #economy really work?" Based on my practical template for understanding the economy. This series breaks down economic concepts like #credit, #deficits and #interest rates, allowing viewers to learn the basic driving forces behind the economy, how economic policies work and why economic cycles occur. This is Part 4, I hope you find these helpful. |
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