Mathematics for Economics and Business, 10th edition

Published by Pearson (7 February 2024) © 2024

  • Ian Jacques
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The ideal introduction to the principles in mathematics for economics and business, for new as well as more advanced students.

Mathematics for Economics and Business, 10th edition is an essential learning resource if you are studying mathematics as part of your economics, management or business course.

Whether you are new to economics or looking for comprehensive self-study material, this textbook offers accessible content and an informal writing style that allows you to progress at your own pace.

With new case studies, more assessment questions and updated examples, this must-have textbook will support your understanding of the concepts, help you engage with the subject and prepare for your exams.

Table of contents

  • Preface
  • INTRODUCTION: Getting Started
  • Notes for students: how to use this text  
  • Tour of textbook features 

CHAPTER 1 Linear Equations

  • 1.1 Introduction to algebra  
  • 1.2 Further algebra
  • 1.3 Graphs of linear equations
  • 1.4 Algebraic solution of simultaneous linear equations
  • 1.5 Supply and demand analysis
  • 1.6 Transposition of formulae
  • 1.7 National income determination 
  • Case study 1 
  • Formal mathematics
  • Multiple-choice questions
  • Examination questions

CHAPTER 2 Non-linear Equations

  • 2.1 Quadratic functions  
  • 2.2 Revenue, cost and profit  
  • 2.3 Indices and logarithms  
  • 2.4 The exponential and natural logarithm functions  
  • Case study 2 
  • Formal mathematics
  • Multiple-choice questions  
  • Examination questions  

CHAPTER 3 Mathematics of Finance

  • 3.1 Percentages  
  • 3.2 Compound interest  
  • 3.3 Geometric series 
  • 3.4 Investment appraisal 
  • Case study 3 
  • Formal mathematics 
  • Multiple-choice questions  
  • Examination questions

CHAPTER 4 Differentiation

  • 4.1 The derivative of a function 
  • 4.2 Rules of differentiation  
  • 4.3 Marginal functions
  • 4.4 Further rules of differentiation
  • 4.5 Elasticity
  • 4.6 Optimisation of economic functions  
  • 4.7 Further optimisation of economic functions
  • 4.8 The derivative of the exponential and natural logarithm
  • Case study 4 
  • Formal mathematics
  • Multiple-choice questions
  • Examination questions

CHAPTER 5 Partial Differentiation 

  • 5.1 Functions of several variables 
  • 5.2 Partial elasticity and marginal functions
  • 5.3 Comparative statics
  • 5.4 Unconstrained optimisation
  • 5.5 Constrained optimisation 
  • 5.6 Lagrange multipliers 
  • Case study 5 
  • Formal mathematics
  • Multiple-choice questions  
  • Examination questions

CHAPTER 6 Integration 

  • 6.1 Indefinite integration  
  • 6.2 Definite integration
  • Case study 6 
  • Formal mathematics  
  • Multiple-choice questions
  • Examination questions

CHAPTER 7 Matrices 

  • 7.1 Basic matrix operations
  • 7.2 Matrix inversion
  • 7.3 Cramer's rule
  • Case study 7 
  • Formal mathematics
  • Multiple-choice questions
  • Examination questions

CHAPTER 8 Linear Programming 

  • 8.1 Graphical solution of linear programming problems 
  • 8.2 Applications of linear programming
  • Case study 8 
  • Formal mathematics  
  • Multiple-choice questions  
  • Examination questions 

CHAPTER 9 Dynamics 

  • 9.1 Difference equations  
  • 9.2 Differential equations
  • Case study 9 
  • Formal mathematics  
  • Multiple-choice questions  
  • Examination questions 
  • Answers to Problems 
  • Glossary
  • Index

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