Why Economics is a Social Science: Understanding the Basics

The video introduces economics as a social science, emphasizing the study of individual and group decision-making. It highlights the importance of opportunity costs and the role of incentives. The scientific aspect of economics is discussed, focusing on hypothesis formation and model testing. The video also explores economic systems, resource allocation, and the significance of data in interpreting economic models. It concludes with the skills needed to analyze and predict economic behavior.

What are the two dimensions of economics as a social science?

How do opportunity costs influence individual decision-making in economics?

Explain the significance of incentives in economic behavior.

What is the central problem of economics related to resource scarcity?

What role do scientific methods play in the study of economics?

Discuss the importance of data in economic modeling.

How do economists predict future behavior based on current data?