Maths for Economics

by Geoff Renshaw (Author)

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  Paperback
  2005

  $3.24

  Maths for Economics provides a solid foundation in mathematical principles and methods for economics and business students. It aims to build self-confidence in maths, by adopting a de-mystifying, user-friendly style and by reinforcing learning at each step through worked examples and test exercises. The book assumes little prior knowledge and its first section makes it suitable whether or not students have studies maths at A-level. Part I revises and consolidates the basic skills in algebraic manipulation, solving equations and curve sketching at GCSE level. Better-qualified students can skip this and proceed directly to Parts II-IV, which develop and apply the core mathematical techniques required by typical first degree courses in economics. Part V contains some more specialised topics and some tasters of more advanced techniques. This book will help students acquire the core mathematical skills that they will need to succeed in business and economics degrees. ONLINE RESOURCE CENTRE For lecturers: test exercises, graphs from the text and answers to the test exercises.For students: 'ask the author' forum, a guide to using Excel, further exrecises and expanded solutions to progress exercises.

• Used

  Paperback
  2008

  $3.24

  Maths for Economics provides a solid foundation in mathematical principles and methods for economics and business students. It aims to build self-confidence in maths, by adopting a user-friendly style and by reinforcing learning at each step through worked examples and test exercises. The book assumes no prior knowledge of mathematics or economics and the author devotes part one to the revision and consolidation of basic skills in arithmetic, algebra and equation solving. From here there is a carefully calculated learning gradient, increasing in mathematical sophistication as the book progresses, designed to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the concepts for any student. In this latest edition there is a new 4 colour design intended to enhance the pedagogical features in the chapters. Extra material on advanced topics such as Taylor's theorum and comparative statics will be available on the Online Resource Centre. The Online Resource Centre contains the following resources: For Students: Ask the author forum Excel tutorial Maple tutorial Further exercises Answers to further questions Expanded solutions to progress exercises For Lecturers (password protected): Test exercises Graphs from the book Answers to test exercises PowerPoint presentations Instructor manual