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Lesson 54 of 84 · Economics
The Stock Market in Simple Terms
The stock market is where people buy and sell shares of companies. Good company performance tends to raise stock prices; poor performance tends to lower them.
Key Facts
1
Money is a medium of exchange.
2
Needs are different from wants.
3
Supply and demand affect prices.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What is trade?