Essential Microeconomics for Public Policy Analysis

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Focusing on microeconomic theory's application to public policy, the text offers a straightforward approach while maintaining sophistication for policy analysis. It emphasizes essential concepts relevant to public administration, health planning, and urban affairs, divided into two parts: foundational concepts and policy-related essays. Unique features include discussions on tax expenditure, benefit-cost analysis with examples, and the philosophical implications of economic behavior, along with a dedicated chapter on public choice.