A simple proof of the existence of an equilibrium when the weak axiom holds

B-Tier
Journal: Journal of Mathematical Economics
Year: 2009
Volume: 45
Issue: 11
Pages: 767-769

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Abstract

An elementary proof of the existence of a competitive equilibrium is given for economies where the weak axiom holds. It is shown by an induction argument on the number of goods that the problem is reduced to the question of the existence of an equilibrium in a two-good economy.

Technical Details

RePEc Handle
repec:eee:mateco:v:45:y:2009:i:11:p:767-769
Journal Field
Theory
Author Count
1
Added to Database
2026-01-25