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theory that is important; this is not just a research paper which
describes a current situation with some economic features.
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The selected topic must be one that relates to macroeconomics;
that is, any of the subjects listed in the Arnold table of contents
under macroeconomics, for example, monetary policy.
Microeconomic topics and analysis are not acceptable for a
macro class.
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The paper should not be long. Provide enough information and
detail on your chosen topic to serve as the basis for economic
analysis. The topic must be relatively current; an analysis of
some past event is not acceptable.
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Show how the theory you‘ve learned from the course and
presented in Arnold applies to or explains the current situation.
The analysis need not be complex, but must include a written
explanation and a graphical analysis similar to those used
throughout Arnold. Basically, you are just selecting the
appropriate tools from Arnold and showing how they apply to a
specific situation.

Write a short conclusion. This might include some predictions
for the future. The paper should include the following:
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Title page
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Insert page numbers. A Running Head is fine but not necessary.
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Abstract – not required but OK if desired
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Table of Contents – not required
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Section Headings – strongly encouraged
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Citations – cite all references in the body of the text and in the
Reference list.
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Plagiarism – Do not copy text from another author or Web
source unless it is quoted.
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Appendices – Not necessary but may be appropriate for raw
data. Resources on APA Style
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American Psychological Association: Learning APA Style (see
The Basics of APA Style tutorial)
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Purdue OWL: General APA Guidelines (General format of
APA research papers, in-text citations, and reference page)
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