Determine whether each of the following topics would more likely be studied in microeconomics or macroeconomics. Microeconomics Macroeconomics
1. The effect of a large government budget deficit on the economy's price level
2. The effect of an increase in the money supply on the rate of inflation
3. The effect of government regulation on a monopolist's production decisions

The returns on the common stock of maynard cosmetic specialties are quite cyclical. in a boom economy, the stock is expected to return 22 percent in comparison to 9 percent in a normal economy and a negative 14 percent in a recessionary period. the probability of a recession is 35 percent while the probability of a boom is 10 percent. what is the standard deviation of the returns on this stock?

Peppy knows a lot about marketing, but not much about the legal or financial aspects of starting a new business. he wants to consult with a lawyer and accountant, but his budget is tight with all of the expenses involved in getting peppy's pizzazzeria up and running. peppy should: trust his basic instincts and try to put it together without the advice of lawyers and accountants. delay talking with a lawyer and accountant until the business has established a positive cash flow for at least one year. immediately hire full-time lawyers and accountants for his staff. consult with a lawyer and accountant even though the budget is tight.

You need $87,000 in 12 years. required: if you can earn .54 percent per month, how much will you have to deposit today?