#2426. Building comparison spaces: Harold Hotelling and mathematics for economics
November 2026 | publication date |
Proposal available till | 30-05-2025 |
5 total number of authors per manuscript | 3020 $ |
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Journal’s subject area: |
Economics, Econometrics and Finance (miscellaneous); |
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Abstract:
The article explores the concept of Harold Hotelling in mathematical economics. Based on the analysis of the scientists mathematical theory, the role of Hotelling in the history of mathematical economics is revealed. Using published as well as archival material, he traces Hotellings route in mathematical economics, observes Hotelling through mathematics, and scrutinizes Hotellings methodological writings in order to grasp the meaning of his models and concepts, in particular his concept of utility as a monetary surplus.
Keywords:
demand theory; Harold Hotelling; mathematization; welfare economics
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