Macro Unit 2.6A- Nominal and Real GDP Advanced Placement Macroeconomics

Mr. Clifford introduces GDP, highlighting the challenges in calculating its dollar value due to inflation. He explains the difference between nominal GDP, which is not adjusted for inflation, and real GDP, which is adjusted using a base year. A visual comparison shows that nominal GDP appears to grow faster because it doesn't account for inflation, whereas real GDP provides a more accurate growth rate over time.

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