Freakonomics by Levitt & Dubner uses economics to explore diverse topics, altering perspectives. Analyze how economic theory explains observed phenomena.

Writing Prompt: In Freakonomics Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner use economic principles to analyze a wide range of topics, challenging readers to think differently about the world around them. Utilizing evidence from various chapters in the text, discuss how the authors use economic theory to explain the phenomena they observe.

 

Guiding
Questions:

1.    
What
economic concepts or principles are discussed throughout the book and how do
the authors use these concepts to analyze the topics presented in each chapter?

2.    
What
evidence do the authors provide to support their arguments on the topics presented
and is this evidence persuasive – why or why not?

3.    
How do
the authors’ analyses relate to larger economic issues or trends we experience
today? What implications might their analysis have for policy or
decision-making in these areas?

4.    
What
are some potential criticisms of the authors’ arguments or methods? How might
you respond to these criticisms?

5.    
How
has reading “Freakonomics” changed the way you think about economic
analysis and its applications to everyday life? What new questions or areas of
interest has this book sparked for you?

6.    
What
are some key takeaways from “Freakonomics” that you think are
particularly relevant or important for readers to understand? How might these takeaways
inform our understanding of economics and its role in society?

 

Format:

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Minimum
2 pages

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MLA
Format

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12
point font

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Single
spaced

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Quotes
from text and in-text citations