The Economics of The Office

Learning economics from the world's best boss

Michael Quits

Michaels quits his job with Dunder Mifflin. This example of frictional unemployment can be contrasted with examples of cyclic and structural unemployment that are shown later in the season. Thanks to Allison Anthony from the Maggie L. Walker Governor's School for suggesting this clip.

Season 5 Episode 20 "New Boss"

Teaching of Economics (A20) Unemployment (J60)

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