Middlebury

ECON0410A-F09

Economics of Sin

The Economics of “Sin”: Sex, Crime, and Drugs
In this course we will apply traditional microeconomic principles to non-traditional topics such as adultery, prostitution, teen pregnancy, crime and punishment, drugs and drug legalization, and gambling. We will ask the following questions throughout the course: To what extent is "sinful" behavior rational and utility-maximizing? What role does the government play in regulating "sinful" behavior and what are the consequences of these government interventions? The primary focus will be on the United States but brief comparisons will be made to "sinful" behavior and policy interventions in other countries. (ECON 0211 and ECON 0255) 3 hrs. sem.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
92534
Subject Code:
ECON
Course Number:
0410
Section Identifier:
A

Course

ECON 0410

All Sections in Fall 2009

Fall 2009

ECON0410A-F09 Seminar (Holmes)