Investments
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • No concepts
  • fantastic textbook
  • 4th edition
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  • Resourceful: Do You Like Intellectual Pain?
 Investments
Zvi Bodie , Alex Kane , and Alan J. Marcus
Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill/Irwin
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 007293414X

Book Description

This latest edition of Investments continues the legacy of excellence established in previous versions. Chapters on behavioral finance, arbitrage pricing theory, multifactor models of risk and return, and international diversification have been dramatically rewritten to meet changes in today’s transformed markets. In addition, unnecessary mathematical and technical detail continues to be left out wherever possible.

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars No concepts.......2007-05-31

After reading most of the book, my conclusion was that I definitely needed to find better material in order to REALLY understand Investment theory. I found the book to be unnecessarily wordy, often repetitive, and yet very unclear about the basic conceptual ideas behind the theory.

Most of the problems stem from the fact that the mathematics used is very simple, and that no effort is made to focus on ideas. Instead of presenting the CAPM and APT models by formally setting the framework, stating the assumptions, introducing proper mathematical tools to tackle the development, and coming back to highlight key concepts, the book tries to circumvent any slightly difficult area by providing an endless string of confused explanations.

I guess this might be OK if you are seeking a very basic introduction to the topic but even then, I am not sure that a 700+ pages book of muddled diatribes is what you need.

5 out of 5 stars fantastic textbook.......2007-01-06

really enjoyed this one. the writing is clear, simple and concise. the examples are derived from the text, build on the fundamentals, and strengthen overall concept comprehension. too often texts end up reading like the authors wanted to impress you with how intelligent they are, at the expense of actually effectively presenting the material. this is definitely not the case here, as the information is presented in a compelling and incredibly lucid way.

3 out of 5 stars 4th edition.......2006-06-24

This book is well organized, but you better have a solid calc and stats theory background. The newest edition has more chapters. Book is more wordy than concise.

5 out of 5 stars Highly recommended textbook.......2006-01-23

Great book! It's comprehensive and easy to understand. Highly recommended textbook.

5 out of 5 stars Resourceful: Do You Like Intellectual Pain?.......2005-11-22

This is the tome used in top MBA programs across the US.

It's comprehensive and filled with "extras" like website recs and sample CFA questons.

Everything you need to know is here.

2 thumbs up.

Investments with S&P bind-in card
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 Investments with S&P bind-in card
Zvi Bodie , Alex Kane , and Alan J. Marcus
Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill/Irwin
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ASIN: 007331465X

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Bodie, Kane, and Marcus’ Investments is the leading textbook for the graduate/MBA investments market. It is recognized as the best blend of practical and theoretical coverage, while maintaining an appropriate rigor and clear writing style. Its unifying theme is that security markets are nearly efficient, meaning that most securities are usually priced appropriately given their risk and return attributes. The text places greater emphasis on asset allocation, and offers a much broader and deeper treatment of futures, options, and other derivative security markets than most investment texts.

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars Not yet received.......2007-06-27

I have yet to receive this book and I need it quite urgently.I was just wondering if there is anything wrong with the delivery/order?

1 out of 5 stars undeliverable item.......2007-05-22

dear sir

i did not receive the book yet.

plz. inform me with the name of the shipping agency you have used to ship the book.

URGENT
Hani Hanbali

5 out of 5 stars So Far, So Good.......2007-05-11

As an investment banking analyst and proprietary investor for Wall Street's two most prestigious firms, I would like to attest to the firm economic underpinnings of this book. It is refreshing to see a chapter devoted to criticisms of the efficient market hypothesis, though a further discussion of behavioral finance would be greatly welcomed. This book is concise and provides a good balance of theory and practical knowledge.
Essentials of Investments with Standard & Poor's Bind-in Card
Average customer rating: 2.5 out of 5 stars
  • Excellent book for begineers
  • If you'd like a serious headache, buy this book.
  • Poor
  • Knowing your subject and knowing how to teach it are different things
  • Excellent Introduction
 Essentials of Investments with Standard & Poor's Bind-in Card
Zvi Bodie , Alex Kane , and Alan J. Marcus
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ASIN: 0073226386

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The market leading Essentials of Investments, 6e by Bodie, Kane and Marcus is an undergraduate textbook on investment analysis, presenting the practical applications of investment theory to convey insights of practical value. The authors have eliminated unnecessary mathematical detail and concentrate on the intuition and insights that will be useful to practitioners throughout their careers as new ideas and challenges emerge from the financial marketplace. Essentials maintains the theme of asset allocation (authors discuss asset pricing and trading then apply these theories to portfolio planning in real-world securities markets that are governed by risk/return relationships).

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Excellent book for begineers.......2007-05-10

For someone who is new to world of finance, this is best book I have come across which is easy to read and covers details of investment. I like the layout of chapters and most of basic chapters are followed by more advance concepts in next chapter.

1 out of 5 stars If you'd like a serious headache, buy this book........2006-10-05

I made the mistake of choosing this book as this text for an undergraduate finance course because it is used by the New York Society of Financial Analysts in their portfolio management class. Don't make the same mistake!! Part One is very informative and gives the reader practical information and advice. The rest of the book is terrible. The equity section concentrates on Modern Portfolio Theory--the Efficient Fronter, co-variation, efficient markets, blah, blah, blah. While Value Investing is mentioned (barely), it is almost an afterthought and it's certainly frowned upon. I wonder how poor investors like Warren Buffet and Seth Klarman have made any money at all using the Value Investing approach. I found the section on bonds and fixed income portfolio management interesting but difficult to follow. I traded corporate and municipal bonds for 20 years. If I had not had such a background, I would have been totally confused. If you are a quantitative GENIUS, this book MAY help you. If you are not, you can choose another book and learn much more.

1 out of 5 stars Poor.......2006-06-16

This is a poorly written finance text. It is not organized and unclear in some sections. I have a degree in Finance, and I would never recommend this book to anyone.

1 out of 5 stars Knowing your subject and knowing how to teach it are different things.......2006-05-21

The authors no doubt know Investment analysis. Unfortunately they don't communicate that information too well. Frequently happens when Phd's forget they are writing to students, not other Phd's. Bought this book for a senior level finance course, required to complete my major in finance.
Even my Prof. started the course with, "the textbook is difficult to read but just follow my notes and you should do ok". Not too good of an endorsement for a textbook. Now, after completing the course, I am searching for another text on the subject to keep as a reference. Even after the lectures, this book's explinations of the same topics are difficult to follow.

5 out of 5 stars Excellent Introduction.......2006-05-13

Bodie's "Essentials of Investments" sevres as helpful, comprehensive introduction to investments. This book is modeled on Bodie's larger graduate text "Investments" leaving out only the sections on Equilibrium in Capital Markets and skimping on some of the finer mathematical details within the other sections. You will prefer this book if you are just beginning in the field, and you will not be disappointed with what you learn. The book is an easy and engaging read if you are an "intelligent layman", and it is certainly feasable even if you have a limited general education background. Overall, great introduction to the investment field. Recommended.
Dark Room: A Novel
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • A Good Story, Well Written
  • Great characters but somewhat predictable
  • Dark Room
  • Dark Room - Best book I've read this year!
  • An action-packed book where one tantalizing clue is revealed after another
 Dark Room: A Novel
Andrea Kane
Manufacturer: William Morrow
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ASIN: 0060741341
Release Date: 2007-03-27

Book Description

Seventeen years ago, Morgan Winter was traumatized by the discovery of her parents' brutally murdered bodies in a Brooklyn basement on Christmas Eve. Now shocking new evidence overturns the killer's conviction and Morgan is confronted with the horrifying realization that the real killer is still out there.

Trapped in an emotional hell, she hires Pete "Monty" Montgomery, the former NYPD detective who first investigated her parents' homicides. Now a PI, Monty has a personal score to settle—a promise he made to Morgan, the helpless child long ago, that he'd find her parents' killer. With nothing more than an old case file and the original crime scene photos, Monty enlists the specialized skills of his son, Lane, a photojournalist whose job is a perfect cover for the clandestine image analysis he conducts for the CIA. Constantly thrill-seeking, Lane is used to gambling and putting his own life on the line—for country, for journalistic integrity, for the adrenaline rush. But this time, the stakes are different . . . and this time, he can't afford to lose.

The murderer is still at large and has never stopped watching Morgan from the shadows, making sure a dark secret remains buried. Now, Morgan's fierce determination to uncover the truth consumes her, plunging her into the dark and terrifying past and an increasingly dangerous present.

Lane is closing in on the truth. But in a cruel twist of fate, what he exposes may be far more shocking and devastating to Morgan than anyone could imagine.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars A Good Story, Well Written.......2007-08-23

As with all of Kane's stories, this one is well written and a pleasure to read. Am looking forward to her next novel.

4 out of 5 stars Great characters but somewhat predictable.......2007-08-13

Nightmares have plagued Morgan Winter since discovering her parent's corpses when she was ten. During that intense time, she bonded with the detective assigned the case. With the culprit in jail, she felt a small sense of relief until it is uncovered that he confessed to the crimes in order to avoid a cop killing conviction, and the crime is once again unsolved. The now retired detective, Pete Montgomery, always felt that the wrong person was convicted, and now Morgan has hired him to find the real killer. With the aid of his son Lane, a photographer who freelances for several clandestine organizations (thus having great resources and equipment), new details in the crime scene photos pop up to provide more questions. Lane and Morgan form an instant attraction. But as the investigation gets closer to the truth, Morgan becomes a target.

In a follow up to "Wrong Place, Wrong Time" featuring Pete's daughter Devon, Kane's latest is packed with action, but it's a bit predictable (I guessed the culprit within the first couple chapters). In Morgan, she's created a heroine that's both strong and fragile at the same time, and it's nice to see a hero in a job other than police detective. Despite the flaws, readers will be enthralled with how the story plays out as, Kane is a master at creating compelling characters.

5 out of 5 stars Dark Room .......2007-07-24

When Morgan Winter learns that the man convicted of her parent's murder seventeen years ago did not commit the crime, she is determined to find the real killer. Morgan hires former police detective turned PI, Pete 'Monty' Montgomery. Working with Monty is his handsome, daredevil son and top photographer, Lane.

With the killer desperate to keep his identity secret, the danger to Morgan escalates. Monty and Lane are determined to keep Morgan safe until they find the killer, and they will find the killer because failure is not an option.

Wow! Dark Room is a very intense book! Andrea Kane is an amazing author. From the first paragraph Ms. Kane drew me into the suspenseful world of Morgan Winter. I felt all of Morgan's emotions, from her sadness over losing her parents to her desire for the gorgeous Lane. Who can blame Morgan, Lane is utterly delectable. Smart, dangerous and Alpha, Lane is the full package.

I loved Dark Room! The suspense kept me on my toes and on the edge of my seat. The romance was just as thrilling. Overall I couldn't have asked for a better romantic suspense novel!

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5 out of 5 stars Dark Room - Best book I've read this year!.......2007-05-31

This is Andrea Kane at her best. It had me hooked right from the start with great characters and a plot loaded with twists and turns. It is also a very touching story. I couldn't put it down it was such an edge of your seat page-turner. I've read all of Kane's contemporary romance books and this one is definitely her best yet. If you like reading romantic suspense from Nora Roberts, Karen Robards, Jayne Ann Krentz, Linda Howard, etc.; you will love Andrea Kane's latest novel-Dark Room.

5 out of 5 stars An action-packed book where one tantalizing clue is revealed after another.......2007-05-30

When Morgan Winter was just a child, she discovered the bloody bodies of her murdered parents on Christmas Eve. Luckily, Arthur and Elyse Shore, close friends of her mother and father, were there to pick up the pieces of her life, take her in and raise her as their own along with their biological daughter, Jill, Morgan's close friend.

Now Morgan and Jill run Winshore, a top-quality matchmaking service that strives to match men and women with their true loves --- not just on a superficial level but on a deeper and more meaningful plane. Morgan has rebuilt her life and moved on, even though the murder of her parents has always loomed over her. With Christmas just ahead, however, the past surfaces to haunt her again.

Morgan is dreaming of her parents, reading her mother's old journals and studying photos of herself and them in happier days. With the killer convicted and locked away, the past should be behind her, but Morgan can't shake the experience that is always with her just below the surface.

When old friend and retired police detective Pete Montgomery shows up on the doorstep of Winshore, Morgan knows it doesn't bode well for her peace of mind. Detective Montgomery, or Monty as he's known to friends and family, tells her that the wrong man was convicted all those years ago, and the person who killed her parents and destroyed her life has been free all along.

While Morgan is shaken to her core, rather than falling apart she immediately hires Monty, now a private investigator, and determines to see for herself that the right man is caught and punished for this horrible crime. Luckily for Morgan, she is surrounded by loving family and friends. The Shores, Jill and Monty do their best to see that Morgan is supported and upheld in this turbulent time that is shaking them all to their very foundation.

Morgan also meets and is immediately attracted to Monty's son, Lane, a photojournalist who conducts undercover image analysis for the CIA. Lane is used to living life on the edge. One thrill after another suits him just fine. His previous exploits, however, are nothing compared to the adrenaline that flows through his body when he meets Morgan.

Lane is drawn into the mystery surrounding Morgan's parents when Monty asks him to enhance and scrutinize the crime scene photos of Morgan's parents. He quickly becomes confidante and protector to Morgan as well.

It's obvious that Morgan, Monty and Lane's investigation is coming too close for comfort when Morgan and Jill's home is broken into and trashed, a frightening warning is left for Morgan as a cease-and-desist order, and one of Morgan's clients is the victim of a hit and run. Is anyone close to Morgan safe now, or has she placed everyone she loves in greater danger?

Regardless of what happens, Morgan knows the only key to lasting peace and happiness is unmasking the person who killed her parents and stole her youth. The question is, will that truth set her free or will it annihilate her when she finally learns it?

DARK ROOM is an action-packed book where one tantalizing clue is revealed after another. The chemistry between the characters is warm and humorous, and they come across as real people who love and care deeply for one another. I found myself wanting to remain in their company and know what happened next even after the book ended.

--- Reviewed by Amie Taylor
A Type Primer
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Typography 101
  • Very modern and practical
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5 out of 5 stars Typography 101.......2004-04-17

I found this book to be an excellent, well organized, and easy to use tool in learning the history, classification, and organization of type. It is a great text for anyone starting out in the design field as well as for the experienced designer. I never knew exactly how much care and detail went into properly setting type until I got into this book. Mr. Kane has included excellent visual examples and some extremely useful exercises to help illustrate each subject covered in the text. The book flows very well and is a pleasurable read, and there is always something new for your eyes to take in on the next page.

I had the pleasure of taking two classes taught by Mr. Kane, and he definately knows typography backwards and forwards. He, as well as his book, is a wealth of knowledge for the aspiring designer.

4 out of 5 stars Very modern and practical.......2003-02-04

A great book that introduces to the beginner many of the sensitivities that one ought to have when working with type.

It gives many great practical examples and exercises that makes one appreciate type on many levels.

As one who is taking a class in Typography, this is a great book to have by one's side.
Facts About the Presidents: A Compilation of Biographical and Historical Information, Seventh Edition
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  • All You'll Ever Need to Know!
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5 out of 5 stars All You'll Ever Need to Know!.......2000-04-05

In this year of presidential campaigns I discovered this tome at the library & decided it was time I knew something about all the men who have held this rarified office. Filled with exacting & infinite details about their ages, occupations, ancestries, families plus the highlights of their terms, this is one useful, interesting & thoughtful reference book.

5 out of 5 stars A huge, wonderful collection of presidential facts.......1998-10-09

This is an amazing collection of facts on U.S. Presidents. Practically anything you ever wanted to know about the Presidents is in this book. A must-read! I recommend it to anyone, especially a presidential buff.
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    		Essentials of Clinical Geriatrics
    Robert L. Kane , Joseph G. Ouslander , Itmar B. Abrass , Robert Kane , Joseph Ouslander , and Itmar Abrass
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    A classic in the field! This concise, practical guide is packed with critical information on geriatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Emphasizes the clinical evaluation of the geriatric patient and features expanded content on end-of-life decisions, pre-operative evaluation, cancer management issues, and preventive aspects of geriatric care.
    Rat Terrier: A Comprehensive Owner's Guide (Kennel Club Dog Breed Series)
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    		 Rat Terrier: A Comprehensive Owner's Guide (Kennel Club Dog Breed Series)
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    Bolder than the average terrier, the Rat Terrier has earned the name "Feist" due to his reputation as a fearless, tenacious hunter. His proud owners know that he is also a devoted friend and companion, fiercely devoted to all in his home, including children, other dogs and even cats. For such a small dog, the Rat Terrier is a muscular, active dog, capable of a day's work on the farm and able to keep up with the most energetic of owners, always delighted to be included in the family's activities.

    This Special Limited Edition is the only book of its kind dedicated to this remarkable terrier, a comprehensive, colorful guide that covers the breed's development in Britain and rise to fame in America, characteristics and breed standard. Author Alice J. Kane also discusses the health care, obedience training, housebreaking and behavior of the breed. Written with both the pet owner and breed fancier in mind, this comprehensive edition promises to be an invaluable resource for all admirers of this charming and lovable pure-bred dog.

    Customer Reviews:

    4 out of 5 stars Great book!.......2007-09-25

    I felt this book was very helpful in helping me decide on the Rat Terrier breed. It also helped me get prepare for the puppy and gave me ideas for training the puppy.

    5 out of 5 stars So far, this is the best book out there to learn about Rat Terriers.......2007-04-20

    As a breeder, I own all of the available books, and this is by far the best book for new owners of Rat Terriers. Definitely worth the price it sells for at Amazon.

    5 out of 5 stars Everything you need to know about raising Rat Terriers.......2006-10-16

    This book covers everything from training to raising and caring for your Rat Terrier. Well written. Is a book for anyone interested in Rat Terriers. Even goes into detail about the types of toys they like to play with.

    5 out of 5 stars Buy this book!.......2005-09-15

    I bought both this book and the Linda Hibbard book. I could have just purchased this one because I think it is the best of the two. It covers everything! A very comprehensive book for me.I am an experienced mother of 4 kids, but I have never had a dog before,so I needed to know everything! I re-read parts of it all the time to help me be a good mommy to my rat terrier puppy. It has everything from the History of the rat terrier to training and behavior and vaccinations and everyday care. The training section has been particularly helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars Great book for people interested in the breed.......2005-08-17

    I found this book to be very helpful and nicely detailed. I particularly liked the many good quality photos. Inside the front cover is a two-page picture, with the physical characteristics pointed out and described as from the UKC's breed standard. The standard is also explained in detail in one of the chapters, and in the "Characteristics" chapter it has a good description of the personality traits of Rat Terriers. In the sections about puppies, everyday care, general health care, and senior dogs there is a lot of general information that could be applied to most breeds, but this is common in breed books. The "Health Care of Your Rat Terrier" section has good information about health issues more likely to occur in Rat Terriers, and the "Behavior of Your Rat Terrier" chapter has helpful info about expected behavior and how to deal with behavioral problems that may occur.
    Overall, I found this book to be well-written, helpful, and enjoyable to read, and I would recommend it to anyone interested in learning more about Rat Terriers.
    Colonial Massachusetts Silversmiths and Jewelers: A Biographical Dictionary Based on the Notes of Francis Hill Bigelow and John Marshall Phillips
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      		Colonial Massachusetts Silversmiths and Jewelers: A Biographical Dictionary Based on the Notes of Francis Hill Bigelow and John Marshall Phillips
      Patricia E. Kane
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      This massive biographical dictionary offers the most thorough study of a group of early American craftsmen published to date. It contains biographies of 296 silversmiths and jewelers who worked in Massachusetts prior to the American Revolution, records of more than 6000 examples of their work, and illustrations of 424 of their marks. It completes and amplifies research undertaken at Yale since the 1930s when John Marshall Phillips (1905 - 53), the leading scholar of American silver of his generation, acquired the research notes of Francis Hill Bigelow (1859 - 1933), a pioneer in the field.

      There are brief biographical notes on 93 craftsmen in allied trades, including watchmakers, clockmakers, and engravers, and a section on individuals previously misidentified as Massachusetts silversmiths, as well as essays on silversmiths and their tools, Boston silversmithing and jewelrymaking trades, and other Massachusetts silversmiths. A glossary of terms relating to tools and craft techniques and 193 additional illustrations complete the book.
      Essentials of Investments with Standard & Poor's Educational Version of Market Insight + PowerWeb + Stock Trak Coupon
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      		 Essentials of Investments with Standard & Poor's Educational Version of Market Insight + PowerWeb + Stock Trak Coupon
      Zvi Bodie , Alex Kane , Alan J. Marcus , and Alan Marcus
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      Book Description

      The market leading Essentials of Investments, 5/e by Bodie, Kane and Marcus is an undergraduate textbook on investment analysis, presenting the practical applications of investment theory to convey insights of practical value. The authors have eliminated unnecessary mathematical detail and concentrate on the intuition and insights that will be useful to practitioners throughout their careers as new ideas and challenges emerge from the financial marketplace. ESSENTIALS maintains the theme of asset allocation (authors discuss asset pricing and trading then apply these theories to portfolio planning in real-world securities markets that are governed by risk/return relationships). ESSENTIALS continues to develop modern topics. The major objective in this revision is to maintain the current level in content and coverage, with greater emphasis on the Internet and global issues, and to improve the text's accessibility by enhancing presentation, pedagogy, and design.

      Customer Reviews:

      4 out of 5 stars *Probably* useful.......2005-12-21

      I found the book to be redundant for my finance class, but the content is well presented. The book serves as back-up for a finance course. The content is more detailed (longer) than in a typical college level lecture, so it's good for you don't understand a concept from the lecture. Information is long-winded but not confusing and attractively presented.

      Bottom Line: It's a solid finance book, but you shouldn't need it much if your professor is competent.

      4 out of 5 stars JustAProfessor.......2005-08-26

      I have used this book in the investment class I teach for 4 years. I have had very little negative feedback from students. Most seem to like it, otherwise, I would have switched books.

      Maybe Justablokes problem is he thinks he is reading an economic textbook, but it is actually a financial investment book.

      2 out of 5 stars This is one of the worst economics textbooks ever.......2004-04-12

      I have to say that this is one of the worst economics textbooks that I have ever read. The font is tiny and reading it strains my eyes. The book is not written in a clear style at all. In fact, I often have to reread paragraphs just to understand what's going on. Sometimes, the authors go into needlessly long and complicated tangents to explain simple concepts. Someone needs to seriously condense and clarify the material in this textbook or else it'll become the bane of every college economics student's existence.

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