Principles of Economics 2e
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Author: Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro
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Chapter 32, Problem 34P
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Prepare a chart that compares India, Spain, and South Africa based on the data. Describe the key differences between the countries. Rank these countries as high-, medium-, and low-income countries. Explain what is surprising or expected about this data. How did the Great Recession impact these countries?
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Chapter 32 Solutions
Principles of Economics 2e
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