Overview

Myleavingcert provides detailed notes, key fact summaries and quizzes for each strand of the Economics course.
In addition, we have included all available past paper questions and answers by topic for both higher and ordinary level.
With everything needed for success in one place, this resource is ideal for independent learning, revision and homework.

Research study

• Research study information and guidance.

Strand 1: What is economics about?

• 1.1 Economics as a way of thinking
• 1.2 Concepts of scarcity and choice
• 1.3 Economic, social and environmental sustainability

Strand 2: How are economic decisions made?

• 2.1 The market economy (demand/supply)
• 2.2 The consumer
• 2.3 The firm (costs/revenues)
• 2.4 Government intervention in the market

Strand 3: What can markets do?

• 3.1 Market structures
• 3.2a The labour market
• 3.2b Factors - land, capital and enterprise
• 3.3 Market failure

Strand 4: What is the relationship between policy and economic performance?

• 4.1 National income
• 4.2 Fiscal policy and the budget
• 4.3 Employment and unemployment
• 4.4 Monetary policy and the price level
• 4.5 Financial sector

Strand 5: How is the economy influenced by international economics?

• 5.1 Economic growth and development
• 5.2 Globalisation
• 5.3 International trade and competitiveness.

My Revision

• The big quiz - all topics in economics
• Exam questions by strand.

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