Grade only. [Prerequisite: Intermediate algebra proficiency, as determined through the Southwestern College Multiple Measures Process. Recommended Preparation: MATH 119 or equivalent or through the Southwestern College multiple measures placement processes; MATH 120 or equivalent or through the Southwestern College multiple measures placement processes; RDG 158 or equivalent or through the Southwestern College multiple measures placement processes.] Introduces students to the basic tools necessary to analyze a nation's economy from the macroeconomic perspective. Emphasizes understanding of core topics including: market systems, aggregate measures of economic activity, macroeconomic equilibrium, money and financial institutions, monetary and fiscal policy, international economics, and economic growth. [D; CSU; UC; C-ID ECON 202]