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This free classroom resource explores what economic cycles are and how they impact our lives. Aimed at KS4 and Post-16, your students will: Understand the basic concept of economic cycles and key terms such as GDP, recovery, growth and recession Have explored a range of key indicators that demonstrate a growing or shrinking economy Have critically examined the impact…
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What is Debt?
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