Explore key economic principles in this 37-minute lecture from NPTEL-NOC IITM. Delve into the concept of rationality and how individuals respond to incentives. Examine the interaction of people through trade to improve their positions, and understand the behavior of individuals in economic contexts. Discover the importance of markets in organizing economic activity. Learn about rational decision-making at the margin, the power of incentives, and the benefits of trade. Gain insights into why markets are generally considered an effective way to structure economic systems.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Rational People Think at the Margin
People Respond to Incentives
Applying the principles
Trade Can Make Everyone Better Off
Markets Are Usually A Good Way to Organize Economic Activity
Taught by
NPTEL-NOC IITM