1. Midterm Evaluation What can you do to help yourself?  Come to class, pay attention, read the book, come see me for help, and study more What can I do to help you?  Study session before exams  More problems in class (group work)  Slow down  Post notes on the web as well as slides

2. Chapter 6 Market Efficiency and Government Intervention

3. Theory in Action… http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070215/ap_on_re_us/smokers__ money_1;_ylt=AotIC78uRu8XEm7DcrPJvKGQ1EMF Drop in Smoking Means Less Tax Revenue Applied Topics: Changes in versus changes in quantity demanded and demand, price elasticity of demand http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070215/ap_on_re_us/smokers__ money_1;_ylt=AotIC78uRu8XEm7DcrPJvKGQ1EMF The article examines decreasing tobacco tax revenues. Questions: In the short run, does the demand for cigarettes appear to be price elastic or inelastic? Explain. The article notes that, over the long run, federal tax revenues from tobacco products have decreased and despite increases in tobacco taxes in most states, these tax revenues have either decreased or are expected to decrease at the state level. Explain, using the supply and demand model, why this is happening.

4. Pros and Cons of the Minimum Wage Pro:  The minimum wage helps pull some workers out of poverty. Cons:  The minimum wage could lead to: Reduced hours for workers Poor working conditions Less worker training  It mainly effects teenagers, not families living in poverty.