Econ 493 - MATHEMATICAL ECON

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Washington University in St Louis

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The objective of this course is to develop the mathematical tools necessary for the study of intermediate micro- and macro-economic theory and the advanced electives in economics. The principal focus is the calculus of multivariate functions, including total and partial differentiation, unconstrained and constrained optimization of multivariate functions, and implicit and inverse function rules. Time permitting, the application of prior utility theory and production and cost is developed. Additional topics include difference equations and an introduction to matrices. Economics majors and minors must take either this course or Math 233 prior to, or concurrent with, Econ 4011 (401). Students who have taken, or are taking, Math 233 are encouraged to take this course as well. Prerequisites: Econ 1011 (103B) and 1021 (104B), and Math 132.

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1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wustl.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 935-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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