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Circular flow

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

In the context of Introduction to Business, particularly within the chapter on Understanding Economic Systems and Business, circular flow describes the continuous movement of goods, services, and money between producers (businesses) and consumers (households). It illustrates how these groups interact within an economy, highlighting the interdependencies and exchanges that fuel economic activity.

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