Economics Flash Cards

Study basic economic concepts and financial terms.

Free economics flash cards with 10 terms and definitions. Flip through each card to study, or shuffle for a new order. Printable for classroom or homework use.

Economics Terms and Definitions

SUPPLY
The amount of a product available for sale
DEMAND
How much of a product people want to buy
INFLATION
A general increase in prices over time
PROFIT
Money earned after subtracting costs
BUDGET
A plan for how to spend and save money
CONSUMER
A person who buys goods or services
PRODUCER
A person or company that makes goods
TAX
Money paid to the government on income or purchases
IMPORT
Goods brought into a country from abroad
EXPORT
Goods sent to another country for sale

About Economics

Economics affects every part of daily life, from what we buy to how businesses and governments make decisions. These flash cards introduce students to core economic concepts that build financial literacy and understanding of how markets work.

Economics Vocabulary

These flash cards pair economic terms with their definitions. Students flip cards to learn that SUPPLY is the amount of a product available, DEMAND is how much people want it, and INFLATION is a general increase in prices.

How to Use These Flash Cards in Class

Use these flash cards as part of a social studies or financial literacy unit. After studying, set up a classroom marketplace where students buy and sell items, experiencing supply and demand firsthand.

Printable Economics Flash Cards

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