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Schaum's outline of theory and problems of introduction to mathematical economics / Edward T. Dowling.

By: Material type: TextTextLanguage: English Series: Schaum's outline series | Schaum's outline seriesPublication details: New York : McGraw Hill, c2001.Edition: 3rd editionDescription: viii, 523 pages ; 28 cmISBN:
  • 007135896X
  • 9780071358965
Other title:
  • Theory and problems of introduction to mathematical economics
  • Introduction to mathematical economics
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 510/.24/33
LOC classification:
  • HB 135 D747s 2001
Online resources:
Contents:
Review Economic applications of graphs and equations The derivative and the rules of differentiation Uses of the derivative in mathematics and economics Calculus of multivariable functions Calculus of multivariable functions in economics Exponential and logarithmic functions Differentiation of exponential and logarithmic functions The fundamentals of linear (or matrix) algebra Matrix inversion Special determinants and matrices and their use in economics Comparative statics and concave programming Integral calculus: the indefinite integral Integral calculus: the definite integral First-order differential equations First-order difference equations Second-order differential equations and difference equations Simultaneous differential and difference equations The calculus of variations Optimal control theory
Summary: Scores of detailed, easy-to-follow, solved economics problems familiarize students with the methods and topics of mathematics as applied in a mathematical economics course-- Material is presented systematically and methodically to bring students with weak or deficient math backgrounds up to speed-- Each new problem is based on previously covered topics to reinforce understanding while illustrating interconnections and interrelationships-- Straightforward explanations help students assimilate material easily and improve exam performance-- Supplements the leading economics textbooks with comprehensive coverage of all key topics-- New! Enhanced second half contains new chapters on: comparative statics and concave programming; phase diagram; simultaneous differential equations and simultaneous difference equations; and optimal control theory.
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Item type Current library Home library Collection Shelving location Call number Copy number Status Date due Barcode
Libro Libro Biblioteca Juan Bosch Biblioteca Juan Bosch Ciencias Sociales Ciencias Sociales (3er. Piso) HB 135 D747s 2001 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 00000168235

Includes index.

Review
Economic applications of graphs and equations
The derivative and the rules of differentiation
Uses of the derivative in mathematics and economics
Calculus of multivariable functions
Calculus of multivariable functions in economics
Exponential and logarithmic functions
Differentiation of exponential and logarithmic functions
The fundamentals of linear (or matrix) algebra
Matrix inversion
Special determinants and matrices and their use in economics
Comparative statics and concave programming
Integral calculus: the indefinite integral
Integral calculus: the definite integral
First-order differential equations
First-order difference equations
Second-order differential equations and difference equations
Simultaneous differential and difference equations
The calculus of variations
Optimal control theory

Scores of detailed, easy-to-follow, solved economics problems familiarize students with the methods and topics of mathematics as applied in a mathematical economics course-- Material is presented systematically and methodically to bring students with weak or deficient math backgrounds up to speed-- Each new problem is based on previously covered topics to reinforce understanding while illustrating interconnections and interrelationships-- Straightforward explanations help students assimilate material easily and improve exam performance-- Supplements the leading economics textbooks with comprehensive coverage of all key topics-- New! Enhanced second half contains new chapters on: comparative statics and concave programming; phase diagram; simultaneous differential equations and simultaneous difference equations; and optimal control theory.

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