1. For the following questions, share your answers with your teacher.

a) What conclusions can you make about the statistics?

b) What questions do you have?

c) How does the fact that unemployed workers who stop looking for work are not counted in unemployment rates affect the accuracy of this economic indicator?

2. As you have learned, there are other models that can be used to measure economic growth or well being. As you explore some of the alternative indicators, consider the following questions. You will use one of them to focus a pitch as to which indicator should be used. Record yourself using the video or audio feature on your phone, device or computer and share with your teacher your choice of alternatives.

Select one of the following as your focus:

1. What are the implications of what 'counts' and does 'not count' in GDP?

Consider the following criteria in your pitch:

	Checklist Items
	clear introduction
	2-3 arguments with evidence/data
	clarity of voice
	remember you are trying to convince your audience your choice is the best!