ECON 205
Public Economics Spring 2013
Division II
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This course examines the role of the government in a market economy. Three broad issues are considered: when is government intervention in the economy appropriate? What is the most effective form of intervention? What effects do government policies have on individual incentives? The course will cover issues in both taxation and spending. Specific programs will be considered such as Social Security, Medicare, education, and public assistance for the poor. We will also discuss rationales and strategies for reforming the U.S. tax system.
The Class: Format: lecture/discussion
Limit: 40
Expected: 30
Class#: 3416
Grading: yes pass/fail option, yes fifth course option
Requirements/Evaluation: problem sets, policy memos, midterm and final exam
Prerequisites: Economics 110
Distributions: Division II
Attributes: PHLH Decision-Making by Institutions + Individuals
POEC U.S. Political Economy + Public Policy Course

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