The economy of the United States is like a market. In the market, people buys and sells things they need. The United States has lots of people and they all buy and sell things. The government helps make sure that there is enough money and stuff in the economy so people can buy what they want and need. The government also makes rules to protect people and to make sure there is enough money in the economy. It also makes sure that the companies that sell things are treating people fairly and not charging too much money.