The Economics of Input-Output Analysis - Softcover

Ten Raa, Thijs

Softcover

ISBN 10: 052160267X ISBN 13: 9780521602679

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2006

Synopsis

This textbook provides a systematic survey of the most recent developments in input-output analysis and their applications, helping us to examine questions such as: Which industries are competitive? What are the multiplier effects of an investment program? How do environmental restrictions impact on prices? Linear programming and national accounting are introduced and used to resolve issues such as the choice of technique, the comparative advantage of a national economy, its efficiency and dynamic performance. Technological and environmental spillovers are analyzed, both at the national level (between industries) and the international level (the measurement of globalization effects).

About this title

Book Description

Input-output analysis is the main tool of applied equilibrium analysis. This textbook is a systematic survey of its most recent developments and their applications, teaching students how to apply their knowledge to concrete economies. The national accounts of an economy are presented in detail and then used to build an economic model. Numbers are put on seemingly slippery issues such as efficiency, competitiveness, environmental protection, and globalization effects. Exercises and review questions are included at the end of each chapter, and solutions at the end of the book.

About the Author

Thijs ten Raa is Associate Professor of Economics at Tilburg University.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 052160267X
• ISBN 13: 9780521602679
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 212