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Summary: A boy really wants a special dog in the pet store window, but he does not have enough money. He attempts to earn the money needed, but spends his own money on his family members instead. Luckily, his family surprises him with the dog as a gift. Concept: Economic Wants Definition:
Economic wants are desires that can be satisfied by consuming
a good, Comprehension Questions: What is the economic want of the boy? (dog in the pet store window) Explain why
the boy could not have what he wanted in the beginning of the story. Describe the
boy's attempt to earn the money he needs. What did he purchase with his money? (frozen yogurt for his sister, chocolate for his mother, box of tissues for his dad) How did he receive the dog? (His parents bought it for him.) Other Concepts: Goods and Services, Opportunity Cost, Consumers, Money, Price
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