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AP Macro Unit 5: Government Deficits and National Debt

Time: 60 mins,
Presenter: Chris Cannon
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Objective

In this webinar teachers will be able to:

  • Identify sources of national deficits and debt
  • Locate resources to help teach deficits and debt
  • Explain the impact of fiscal policy on the economy

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Budget Deficits and Public Debt, Fiscal Policy

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Description

Deficits, debt, and budgets – oh my! Learn how to help your students with these concepts on the AP Macro Test.

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