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THE MATHEMATICS OF OPTIMIZATION

2. The Mathematics of Optimization. Many economic theories begin with the assumption that an economic agent is seeking to find the optimal value of some functionconsumers seek to maximize utilityfirms seek to maximize profit. 3. Maximization of a Function of One Variable. Example: Profit maximizat

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THE MATHEMATICS OF OPTIMIZATION

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    1. 1 THE MATHEMATICS OF OPTIMIZATION From Nicholson and Snyder, Microeconomic Theory – Basic Principles and Extensions, 10th Edition, Chapter 2

    2. 2 The Mathematics of Optimization Many economic theories begin with the assumption that an economic agent is seeking to find the optimal value of some function consumers seek to maximize utility firms seek to maximize profit

    3. 3 Maximization of a Function of One Variable Example: Profit maximization

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