Hello everyone, I'm going to be taking economics in college pretty soon and I was wondering, what is the most popular economics textbook used in college? Any pointers would be hugely appreciated.
Hi! The most widely used economics textbook at the college level that I've seen is "Principles of Economics" by N. Gregory Mankiw. It's a comprehensive book that's commonly used in introductory economics courses. It offers clear, concise explanations of economic concepts, and uses easy-to-understand examples. It's divided into two main sections: "Principles of Microeconomics" and "Principles of Macroeconomics", covering a broad range of topics.
Another popular choice is "Economics" by Paul Krugman & Robin Wells, who provide a narrative approach to concepts with a global focus.
Remember, it's important to get the specific book assigned by your professor as the curriculum and grading might be tied to a particular book's content and problem sets. However, these can be great supplemental resources or ways to get a head start.
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