Microeconomic Theory and Computation Applying the Maxima Open-Source Computer Algebra System

Economists can use computer algebra systems to manipulate symbolic models, derive numerical computations, and analyze empirical relationships among variables. Maxima is an open-source multi-platform computer algebra system that rivals proprietary software. Maxima’s symbolic and computational capabil...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Hammock, Michael R., Mixon, J. Wilson (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY Springer New York 2013, 2013
Edition:1st ed. 2013
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Simple Economic Models
  • 3 Demand Theory: Preferences
  • 4 Demand Theory: Constraints and Optimization
  • 5 Preferences and Demand
  • 6 Production Theory
  • 7 Cost Theory
  • 8 Firm and Industry Supply in the Short-run
  • 9 Long-run Supply
  • 10 Competitive Markets: Extensions and Application
  • 11 General Equilibrium
  • 12 Price-Searcher Markets
  • 13 Nonlinear Pricing: Capturing Consumer Surplus
  • 14 Oligopoly
  • 15 Time
  • 16 Uncertainty