In this last module of the course you will use the full set of microeconomic and macroeconomic tools you have gained throughout this course to analyze the impact of the global economic crisis on the American economy.

In this discussion you will have an opportunity to discuss and apply your insights on the principles of macroeconomic and microeconomic theories to a real-world scenario of your choosing.

1. Review the rubric to make sure you understand the criteria for earning your grade.
2. Navigate to the threaded discussion below and respond to the following:
   1. Consider all of the major themes and concepts presented throughout the course.
   2. Share at least one real-world scenario from your own experience, or one you find in a current business publication, that illustrates any one of the major themes or concepts from the course.
   3. Discuss how the scenario represents the relationship between the macro environment and individual firms/industries through microeconomic factors of demand, production, cost, and profitability.
3. Your initial response should be six Hund words in length and include two academic sources that are properly cited.