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2. How the U.S. Economy Works

Chapter 2 - How the U.S. Economy Works - This free online textbook is an adaptation of the book "Outline of the U.S. Economy" by Conte and Carr and has been adapted with permission from the U.S. Department of State.

The Growth of Government in the United States

A look at the growth of government services in the United States.

Poverty and Inequality in the United States

A look at poverty and inequality in the United States.

Direct Services and Direct Assistance in the U.S. Economy

A look at the use of Direct Services and Direct Assistance in the U.S. Economy.

Regulation and Control in the U.S. Economy

A look at the use of regulation and control in the U.S. economy.

Government's Role in the Economy

A look at the role government plays in the economy.

A Mixed Economy: The Role of the Market

A look at the mixed economy of the United States.

Managers in the American Workforce

An examination of the role managers play in the American economy.

Basic Ingredients of the U.S. Economy

An examination of the capitalist economy of the United States.

America's Capitalist Economy

An examination of the capitalist economy of the United States.

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