Prompt:
You are asked to diagnose the current economy. What indicators of macroeconomic health would you look at? Briefly explain why you chose these indicators. Why are they important? Find current figures for some of these indicators in the news. Based on what you found, would you say the economy is doing well or poorly, in your opinion? Find a recent news article that agrees or disagrees with your opinion? Summarize it. (Write 250 words)