1st Edition

Probability in Economics

By Omar F. Hamouda, Robin Rowley Copyright 1996
208 Pages
by Routledge

208 Pages
by Routledge

208 Pages
by Routledge

Notions of probability and uncertainty have been increasingly prominant in modern economics. This book considers the philosophical and practical difficulties inherent in integrating these concepts into realistic economic situations. It outlines and evaluates the major developments, indicating where further work is needed. This book addresses: * probability, utility and rationality within current... Read more
1. Introduction 2. Varieties of Probability 3. Expected Utility 4. Rationality and Conditional Expectations 5. Ignorance, Surprise and Vagueness 6. Experiments, Dynamics, and Cognitive Illusions 7. Evidence, Support, and Beliefs 8. Economics 9. Concluding Remarks and Overview

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Hamouda, Omar; Rowley, Robin