Basic cost benefit analysis for assessing local public projects /

This book presents essential elements for understanding, interpreting, and conducting cost benefit analysis (CBA) in the context of local government. The cost benefit technique is so often referenced in government policy that a correct understanding is necessary for officials entrusted with public d...

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Main Authors: Keating, Barry, 1945- (Author), Keating, Maryann O., (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, New York (222 East 46th Street, New York, NY 10017) : Business Expert Press, 2014.
Edition:First edition.
Series:2014 digital library.
Economics collection.
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Summary:This book presents essential elements for understanding, interpreting, and conducting cost benefit analysis (CBA) in the context of local government. The cost benefit technique is so often referenced in government policy that a correct understanding is necessary for officials entrusted with public decisions. It is especially useful for those charged with preparing numerical analyses to assess the worthiness of a specific policy proposal. In this manual, costs and benefits are identified and analyzed in terms of economic efficiency and resource allocation.
Item Description:Part of: 2014 digital library.
Physical Description:1 online resource (128 pages)
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 121-124) and index.
ISBN:9781606496374 (e-book)
ISSN:2163-7628
Access:Access restricted to authorized users and institutions.