Step 1
Research arguments for and against one of these topic questions:
Should government raise the minimum wage?

Step 2
Create a graph to show the effect (shortage or surplus) of the government regulation you chose. Discuss why these issues do or do not affect your claim. Include the appropriate labels for your graph such as:
price
quantity
supply
demand
surplus or shortage

Step 3
Write a persuasive argument as an essay or blog entry to address your topic. Use a minimum of 400 words. State your claim clearly with details from reliable sources. Be sure to include:
Your claim on the topic question
Three strong arguments that support your claim
At least one argument that opposes your claim, and how you challenge it
Economic terms from the lesson such as price controls, equilibrium price, shortage, and surplus

Step 4
Create a reference section that includes links to your sources. Be sure to include your sources in MLA format.
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