Principles of Economics Plus MyLab Economics with Pearson eText (2-semester access) -- Access Card Package (12th Edition)
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Author: Karl E. Case, Ray C. Fair, Sharon E. Oster
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Savings into productive investment.
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Principles of Economics Plus MyLab Economics with Pearson eText (2-semester access) -- Access Card Package (12th Edition)
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