Lesson: Part 2 of Application of Supply and Demand Flashcards
It refers to the value at which it is bought, sold, or traded in
the market.
Price of Basic Commodities
influenced by consumer demand, which includes tangible items like oil, rice, fruits, vegetables, and meat.
Commodity prices
influenced by supply and demand, with supply increasing if price increases and demand decreasing if it increases.
Basic prices of commodities
the consumer’s desire, while supply is the product they need.
Demand
Cycle of Law of Supply and Demand:
Supply -> Decrease Price Commodities -> Demand -> Increase Price Commodities
Buying Behavior of Filipinos:
Preference
Behavior brand loyalty
Advertising
Value of Money
needs
Basic Commodities
Basic Commodities:
Firewood
Charcoal
Cooking Oil
Salt
wants
Prime Commodities
Prime Commodities:
Cellphone
Cars
Tablets
Laptop
Importance of Understanding the Price of Basic Commodities:
Informed Purchasing Decisions
Budget Effectiveness
Understanding Inflation Impact
Economic Insights
What Factors Affect the Price of Commodities Most?
Weather conditions
Geopolitical events
Technological advancements
Government policies
Changes in consumer behavior.
Changes in government regulations or trade agreements.
Examples of Commodity Prices:
Metals
Energy
Agricultural Products
influenced by various factors
such as mining supply, industrial demand, and investor sentiment.
Metals
These prices are influenced by factors like geopolitical events, production levels, weather conditions, and global energy demand. They play a crucial role in determining fuel costs for industries and consumers.
Energy
The prices of these commodities are determined by factors such as weather conditions, global supply and demand, government policies, and seasonal patterns.
Agricultural Products
It is the amount of labor, measured in person-hours, offered for hire
during a given time-period.
Labor Supply
Importance of Labor Supply:
Labor Productivity
Economic Growth
Employers
Productive workers significantly contribute to the economy, resulting in increased output and income levels.
Labor Productivity
An increase in the labor force, either through population
growth or increased labor force participation, can lead to higher
production and economic output.
Economic Growth
an important part of the production process.
Employers
the increase in the number of people in a population or dispersed group.
Population Growth
Importance of Population Growth:
Increased talent and human capital
Increased economic growth
a higher population guarantees increased human capital, leading to growth in innovation and technological
development.
Increased talent and human capital
Rapid population growth leads to more production of goods due to the available labor, increasing tax revenue.
Increased economic growth