Introduction to Mathematics for Economics with R

This book provides a practical introduction to mathematics for economics using R software. Using R as a basis, this book guides the reader through foundational topics in linear algebra, calculus, and optimization. The book is organized in order of increasing difficulty, beginning with a rudimentary introduction to R and progressing through exercises that require the reader to code their own functions in R. All chapters include applications for topics in economics and econometrics. As fully reproducible book, this volume gives readers the opportunity to learn by doing and develop research skills as they go. As such, it is appropriate for students in economics and econometrics.

Provides a practical introduction to mathematics for economics using R Includes step-by-step examples and reproducible R code Covers topics in both economics and econometrics

Autorentext

Massimiliano Porto obtained a PhD in Economics from Kobe University, Japan, and a MA in International Relations from Federico II University, Naples, Italy.

Inhalt

1. Introduction to R.- 2. Linear Algebra.- 3. Functions of one variable.- 4. Dierential Calculus.- 5. Integral Calculus.- 6. Multivariable Calculus.- 7. Constrained Optimization.- 8. Trigonometry.- 9. Complex numbers.- 10. Difference equations.- 11. Differential equations.