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ERIC Number: EJ463538
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1993
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ISSN: ISSN-0883-2323
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The Overmathematicization of Economics: Lessons for Business Disciplines.
Quddus, Munir; Rashid, Salim
Journal of Education for Business, v68 n5 p288-92 May-Jun 1993
Opposition to excessive use of mathematical techniques in economics is growing. Math dominance reduces the diversity of traditions in economics. When used appropriately, it is a useful, efficient research tool, but it should be balanced with other methodologies. (SK)
Descriptors: Course Selection (Students), Economics, Economics Education, Higher Education, Mathematics, Research Methodology
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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