A Primer in Social Choice Theory Revised Edition

by Wulf Gaertner

Book Overview

Processes of collective decision making are seen throughout modern society. How does a government decide on an investment strategy within the health care and educational sectors? Should a government or a community introduce measures to combat climate change and CO2 emissions, even if others choose not too? Should a country develop a nuclear capability despite the risk that other countries may follow their lead?

This introductory text explores...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0199565309
• ISBN13: 9780199565306
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Oxford University Press (UK)
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 3.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.1"