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Department of Economics<br />
WHAT DO ECONOMISTS DO?<br />
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics:<br />
Economists study the production and<br />
distribution of resources, goods, and services<br />
by collecting and analyzing data, researching<br />
trends, and evaluating economic issues.<br />
Economists apply both qualitative and<br />
quantitative economic analysis to topics<br />
within a variety of fields, such as education,<br />
health, development, and the environment.<br />
Some economists study the cost of products,<br />
healthcare, or energy, while others examine<br />
employment levels, business cycles, exchange<br />
rates, taxes, inflation, or interest rates.<br />
Economists often study historical trends and<br />
use them to make forecasts. They research<br />
and analyze data using a variety of software<br />
programs. They sometimes present their<br />
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