Publisher's Synopsis
The Making of Index Numbers is a comprehensive study of the various types of index numbers, their reliability, and the tests used to determine their accuracy. Written by renowned economist Irving Fisher in 1922, the book provides an in-depth analysis of the methods used to construct index numbers, including the Laspeyres, Paasche, and Fisher indices. Fisher also discusses the importance of selecting appropriate weights and base periods when constructing index numbers. The book includes numerous examples and case studies to illustrate the practical application of index numbers in various fields such as economics, finance, and statistics. The Making of Index Numbers is a seminal work in the field of index numbers and continues to be widely cited and referenced by economists and statisticians today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
