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Prerequisite: Students must meet the criteria under either (a) or (b) as follows: (a) 19 or above on the ACT Reading Test or 44 or above on the ASSET 55 Reading Test; (b) Completion of READ 0033 Advanced Reading Techniques with a grade of "C" or higher. Covers how economic systems operate, with much emphasis placed on the law of supply and demand, the creation of money, the banking system, fiscal management, and national income. This course is designed to increase awareness of current economic problems and encourage the student to analyze alternative solutions. A student whose placement score requires READ 0013 or READ 0033 is strongly advised against enrollment in this reading intensive course, prior to completion of READ 0013 College Reading Skills and READ 0033 Advanced Reading Techniques.