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Lesson: Focus on Economic Data: U.S. Real GDP Growth, October 29, 2009
Focus on Economic Data: U.S. Real GDP Growth, August 27, 2010
This lesson focuses on the August 27, 2010, second estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (real GDP) growth for the second quarter (Q2) of 2010, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). The current data and historical data are explained. The meaning of GDP and potential impacts of changes of GDP are explored. This lesson will also raise questions about the impact of the current level of growth on the U.S. economy and individuals.
Focus on Economic Data: U.S. Real Gross Domestic Product, April 30, 2008
This lesson focuses on the April 30, 2008, report on Real Gross Domestic Product (Real GDP), produced by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). The current data and historical data are explained. The meaning of GDP and potential impacts of changes of GDP are explored. This Focus on Economic Data will also raise questions the impact of the current level of growth on the economy and individuals.
Focus on Economic Data: U.S. Real GDP Growth, February 27, 2009
This lesson focuses on the February 27, 2009, preliminary announcement of U.S. real gross domestic product (Real GDP) for the fourth quarter of 2008, reported by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). The current data and historical data are explained. The meaning of GDP and potential impacts of changes of GDP are explored. This lesson will also raise questions about the impact of the current level of growth on the U.S. economy and individuals.