Riddles Flashcards

Here is a deck full of fun and cute riddles to help you keep track of the things you learn and have fun while doing it!

1
Q

I’m everywhere, in every transaction,
But sometimes I cause a lot of distraction.
I go up and down, just like a tide,
And when I increase, your wallet may hide. What am I?

A

Inflation!

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2
Q

I’m in the store, but I’m not for sale,
I can cause things to tip, but never to fail.
I balance things out, though I’m not quite clear, If you don’t understand me, prices might veer. What am I?

A

Market equilibrium!

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3
Q

You can’t touch me, yet I’m vital to trade,
I’m the reason the value of currencies are made.
I float and change, depending on the scene,
What am I, so important and keen?

A

Exchange rate!

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4
Q

I’m a game of give and take,
When choices are made, there’s no mistake.
You must choose wisely, but without regret,
Because every decision leads to an economic debt.
What am I?

A

Opportunity cost!

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5
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I am a trade that you can’t quite see,
Moving goods and services across the sea.
You’ll find me in every country’s plan,
I help goods flow from a woman or man.
What am I?

A

International trade!

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6
Q

I’m your favorite thing when you’re making dough,
But if I grow too fast, the market might slow.
I’m a measure of the goods that are flowing,
And if you see me drop, the economy’s slowing.
What am I?

A

Gross Domestic Product (GDP)!

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7
Q

I’m the reason some companies rise,
A big brand name that draws the eyes.
I can stop you from buying, though it’s hard to do,
Because I make something scarce, but valuable too!
What am I?

A

Monopoly!

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8
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I’m a number you’ll find in a wallet so tight,
I can change the price from day to night.
I’m part of your budget, and I like to be free,
But when I grow too much, you may not agree.
What am I?

A

Interest rate!

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9
Q

I help you buy things, but I’m not a coin,
I work when you trade, but you can’t touch my join.
You might see me rise, or fall with a crash,
I’m based on trust, and the market’s cash.
What am I?

A

Stock market!

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10
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I’m the law that says “what goes up must come down,”
If something’s rare, I’ll make it wear a crown.
I determine how much you pay,
When there’s too little, I’ll make you sway.
What am I?

A

The law of supply and demand!

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