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Deregulation and the California Utilities “The verdict is in: California’s experiment with energy deregulation is not just a mess; it’s a certifiable failure, according to... Grade: 9-12    Published: 09/25/2001

Collecting for Fun . . . and Profit? Art, baseball cards, coins, comic books, dolls, jewelry and stamps are just a few examples of the many things people collect. While some people col... Grade: 6-8 9-12    Published: 12/27/2004

Henry Ford and the Model T: A Case Study in Productivity (Part 3) When Henry Ford announced he was going to produce an automobile that would be affordable to the masses, it is doubtful even he realized the far reachi... Grade: 6-8 9-12    Published: 01/15/2008

What causes inflation? This lesson explores different types of inflation and terms associated with this economic concept. You may have heard relatives talk about the good o... Grade: 9-12    Published: 01/12/2006

Economics in the Headlines Students learn how to identify headlines in the news and current events as illustrations of problems in supply and demand. Students will be linked ... Grade: 9-12    Published: 05/02/2002

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