Instruction
The Super Bowl celebrated its 48th game this year. During this time, many groups, families and friends consumed various products.
The Economics of the Super Bowl has many aspects from selling t-shirts to HDTVs. Does the Super Bowl predict economic growth? The basic question for this discussion is: What are the economic impacts of the Super Bowl to the economy? The Super Bowl has many layers of macro-and- microeconomic activity; from the location in New Jersey/New York area to its very wide viewing and advertising on game day.
Also, consider the underground economy, such as betting and gambling. Examine an economic issue(s) that interests you most and describe the economic relationships.
Discussion will require 3 separate postings (min 150 words) to receive credit. Follow the guidelines below: 1) For the first discussion posting, find an article, video, website, online news, etc., from reputable sources, that relates to the topic questions in the Discussion. Your discussion content should address the economics importance/significance/ impact of the topic and summarize your research findings. Provide the title, date, source, and website link below the body of your posting. For example, [This is the body of my discussion posting.] Title: Its the Economy, Stupid! Date: June 4, 2009 Source: Wall Street Journal Link: http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124407228244683091.html