Wal-Mart: The High Cost of Low Price
Student Worksheet
This Walmart documentary is a good way to introduce the differences between economic cost, environmental cost, and human costs. Many people shop at Wal-Mart because their prices are typically lower than any other store. However, there are many hidden consequences in operating this type of business.
Essential concepts: Environmental economics, environmental ethics, economic cost, human cost, environmental cost, developed countries, developing countries, workers rights.
