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ZIMSEC O-Level Economics

6.1Introduction to Economics

Introduction to Economics in ZIMSEC O-Level Economics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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  • The basic economic problem: scarcity and choice

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  • Opportunity cost

    25 min

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  • Production possibility curves: points and movements

    30 min

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  • PPC shapes and shifts

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  • Positive and normative statements

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Introduction to Economics: sample question

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Thandeka has US$10. In order of preference she would like a novel, a T-shirt, a meal out and a phone cover. She buys the novel. What is the opportunity cost of her choice?

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