How the Gold Standard Works

by Peter K. Ryan

This book explains what the gold standard is and how it assured long-term price stability. Readers will learn why the standard broke down during World War I and why America stopped using it--and how it has affected our economy ever since. Detailed but uncomplicated language, in both the narrative and sidebars, explain financial concepts in an engaging way.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1448812720
• ISBN13: 9781448812721
• Release Date: January 2011
• Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.5" x 9.2"
• Age Range: 12 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 12