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!
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?
Inflation!
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?
Market equilibrium!
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?
Exchange rate!
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?
Opportunity cost!
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?
International trade!
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?
Gross Domestic Product (GDP)!
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?
Monopoly!
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?
Interest rate!
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?
Stock market!
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?
The law of supply and demand!