Economics IA Research Question Evaluator
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Compare High-Scoring vs. Flawed Economics RQs
Below are examples of evaluated RQs from recent Economics IAs. Review the strengths and weaknesses to understand the scoring criteria, and feel free to evaluate your own RQ using the form above.
What are the effects of Economics on society?
Strengths:
Clear that the prompt is in question form, signaling an inquiry.
Weaknesses:
Specify a concrete economic variable or concept to anchor the study (e.g., replace 'Economics' with 'unemployment rate' or 'tax policy'). Example: change to 'What are the effects of unemployment rate changes on income inequality in [Country]?'
How will the European Union's proposed 2025 tariffs on imported Chinese solar panels affect the price, quantity supplied, and domestic investment in the EU solar panel market?
Strengths:
Clear policy instrument and timing (tariffs in 2025).
Weaknesses:
How will the 2024 increase in Mexico's sugar-sweetened beverages tax affect soda consumption and government revenue in Mexico City?
Strengths:
Clearly anchors the issue in a real-world setting (Mexico City) and a concrete policy (sugar-sweetened beverages tax).
Weaknesses:
How does Economics affect things?
Strengths:
Contains a concise, direct question form, showing willingness to investigate an economic issue.
Weaknesses:
Specify a concrete economic concept (e.g., inflation, taxes, unemployment) to replace the vague term 'Economics' and anchor the study in theory.
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