Positive Economics and Policy Objectives

by T.W. Hutchison

Overview

This book examines important issues on the relationship between economics and political values or ideologies, by analysing the main branches of economic theory in an historical perspective and their impact on economic policy.
The book is structured as follows:

Part I: Positive Economics?
1. The Positive-Normative Distinction in the History of Economic Thought

Part II: Policy Objectives
2. The Objectives of Economic Policies: An Historical Review

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415607971
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	11/10/2010
Pages:	198
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

Part 1: Positive Economics?1. The Positive-Normative Distinction In The History of Economic Thought2. The Sources and Roles of Value-Judgements and Bias In EconomicsPart 2: Policy Objectives3. The Objectives of Economic Policies: An Historical Review4. The Formulation of Policy Objectives And Policy Preferences