Prior to beginning work on this discussion,Read Chapter 15 ofMacroeconomics: Private and Public Choice.What helps economists forecast the economy? Imagine you are presenting the index of the leading indicators concept to a small group of newly hired analysts. In a minimum of 200 words,Discuss the index of the leading indicators.Is the Phillips curve a helpful predictor? Why or why not?As a business person, how could you use this predictive macroeconomic information to help make business decisions? (Give specific examples.)Again, your initial response should be a minimum of 200 words. Graduate school students learn to assess the perspectives of several scholars. Support your response with at least two scholarly and/or credible resources in addition to the text.
