Product Information
This text explains the basics of mathematics and how it can be used in economics. The book is an ideal introduction to mathematics for students of economics, whatever their mathematical background. The first part of the book deals with equation systems and their solutions. It draws the distinction between the structural and reduced forms of equation systems and this provides a recurring theme throughout the book. The middle section deals with differential and integral calculus with particular stress on constrained optimisation problems. There are separate chapters on the mathematical economics of the firm and the consumer, and the book concludes with introductions to dynamic analysis and matrix algebra. *Includes a new section on basic algebra. *Case studies and real world examples throughout the text. *Introduces a substantial economics content into the book at an early stage. *The book is written at a level that is appropriate for students with varying mathematical backgrounds and abilities.Product Identifiers
PublisherPearson Education (Us)
ISBN-139780201360509
eBay Product ID (ePID)86707249
Product Key Features
Number of Pages384 Pages
Publication NameUsing Mathematics in Economics
LanguageEnglish
SubjectGovernment, Business
Publication Year1999
TypeTextbook
AuthorLeighton Thomas
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height235 mm
Item Weight570 g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
Title_AuthorLeighton Thomas