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Oil shocks

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Intro to Political Science

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Oil shocks are sudden changes in the price of oil that significantly impact global economies, often caused by geopolitical events or decisions by oil-producing countries. These events can lead to inflation, reduced economic growth, and changes in political relations among nations.

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