Microeconomics With Spreadsheets

Microeconomics studies the choices made by individuals under conditions of scarcity of resources and time and the interaction between different decision makers. Scarcity forces economic actors to choose one opportunity among many. Microeconomics with Spreadsheets starts with the mathematical preliminaries and covers consumer theory, producer theory, general equilibrium, game theory, market structure and economics of information.The reader will use numerical tools to analyse problems that cannot be analysed analytically. There is a natural synergy between rigorous proofs and numerical methods, since before using a numerical method one should also prove that a solution exists and analyse whether it is unique, and therefore be able to interpret properly the output of a program.

Using Microsoft Excel, the market leading spreadsheet package, this book combines theory with modelling aspects and spreadsheet analysis. Microeconomics Using Excel provides students with the tools with which to better understand microeconomic analysis.It focuses on solving microeconomic problems by integrating economic theory, policy analysis and

For courses in Principles of Microeconomics and Intermediate Microeconomics. This text introduces students to the fundamental tools and techniques available in Microsoft Excel(tm) spreadsheet software. It presents applications that pertain to specific microeconomic topics enabling students to enhance their microeconomic analysis skills, while becoming proficient at Excel software. Students will learn through experience by following directions and creating example worksheets within each chapter. This book contains over 60 assignments pertaining to topics such as supply and demand, elasticity, market efficiency, public policy, and international trade.

Microsoft Excel 3.0 is a spreadsheet program. It is designed to be taught either as a main text in a short hands-on business/computer course or as a support text in any course which requires computer competence. This tutorial aims to equip students with fundamental proficiency.

This unique text uses Microsoft Excel® workbooks to instruct students. In addition to explaining fundamental concepts in microeconomic theory, readers acquire a great deal of sophisticated Excel skills and gain the practical mathematics needed to succeed in advanced courses. In addition to the innovative pedagogical approach, the book features explicitly repeated use of a single central methodology, the economic approach. Students learn how economists think and how to think like an economist. With concrete, numerical examples and novel, engaging applications, interest for readers remains high as live graphs and data respond to manipulation by the user. Finally, clear writing and active learning are features sure to appeal to modern practitioners and their students. The website accompanying the text is found at www.depauw.edu/learn/microexcel.

A social cost-benefit analysis of a proposed publicly funded project, or public policy change, may be commissioned by a municipal, state or federal government, by a government aid agency, or by an international. Proponents of a private project which has significant social impacts may also commission an economic analysis of this type. The key economic questions of any social cost-benefit analysis are: do the benefits of the project exceed the costs, no matter how widely costs and benefits are spread? And which group or groups of individuals benefit and which bear the costs? This book addresses these questions with an emphasis on putting the theory into practice. The book has several unique features: readers are encouraged to develop their own skills by applying the tools and techniques of cost-benefit analysis to case studies including a project which is developed through the book; the use of spreadsheets is emphasised which is invaluable in allowing readers to test variables and cross-check the accuracy of their economic appraisal; and a dedicated chapter provides guidance on writing up a report which completes the analysis. An appendix lists additional case studies which can be developed in class or as additional projects. Each chapter contains exercises and suggestions for further reading. This book is an ideal text for a course on cost-benefit analysis where the emphasis is on practical applications and teaching students to conduct their own analysis. The book's companion website can be found at: http://uq.edu.au/economics/sites/bca/.

I get to dive into countless books, and I must say, this one is an absolute delight. No need for any unnecessary delay, let me give you a sneak peek into what makes it so worthwhile. Are you ready? Let's jump right in with the introduction!Welcome to the second edition of this remarkable textbook, which has returned with a fresh face and exciting updates! Building upon the success of the first edition, published by Cambridge University Press in 2009, this edition takes the core concepts that made it exceptional and enhances them with new features and valuable content.In this edition, we have diligently refreshed all the screenshots, ensuring compatibility with the latest version of Excel, Excel 2019. By doing so, we offer you an up-to-date and practical learning experience. Real-world applications have also been updated, enriching your understanding of how economic principles are applied in today's dynamic environment.We have taken the opportunity to correct any typos and mistakes that might have slipped through in the first edition, ensuring a smoother reading experience. We believe in continuous improvement, and this edition reflects our commitment to delivering the highest quality material to our readersExcitingly, this edition introduces a brand-new chapter on rational addiction, shedding light on a fascinating aspect of economic theory. Additionally, we have included several fresh optimization problem examples, providing you with even more opportunities to refine your problem-solving skills.This book has always stood out from the crowd, and that remains true in this edition. From the outset, we have embraced a unique approach by integrating Microsoft Excel into the teaching of economic theory. This innovative approach allows you to develop sophisticated Excel skills alongside your understanding of economics-an invaluable advantage that sets this book apart from any other in the field. The use of Excel has driven a host of additional benefits. It compels us to present concrete, numerical problems, bridging the gap between theory and practical application. Moreover, Excel's Solver enables us to showcase numerical methods for solving optimization problems and equilibrium models-a feature that is unparalleled in any other textbook. By providing readily available numerical solutions, this book goes beyond the mainstream, elevating analytical methods that are often relegated to appendixes or overlooked altogether. Every problem is approached from two angles-once with Excel and once with equations, algebra, and, when necessary, calculus-offering a comprehensive learning experience that is truly one of a kind.We are thrilled to embark on this educational journey with you through the pages of this second edition. Prepare to discover the power of Excel in economics, unravel the mysteries of rational addiction, and embrace new optimization problem examples. Whether you are a student or a curious reader, we hope this textbook will not only expand your knowledge but also ignite your passion for the fascinating world of economics