AP Microeconomics is a college-level high school course designed to introduce students to the principles of economics as they apply to individual decision-makers within the economy. The course covers topics such as supply and demand, market structures, consumer choice, production costs, and the behavior of firms in different competitive environments. Students explore how markets function, the role of government in regulating markets, and the economic impact of externalities and public goods. The curriculum emphasizes the development of analytical and problem-solving skills through the use of economic models, data analysis, and real-world applications of microeconomic theory.