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A characterization of maximin

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  • Kristof Bosmans

    (Maastricht University)

  • Erwin Ooghe

    (Katholieke Universiteit Leuven)

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We characterize maximin on the basis of anonymity, continuity, weak Pareto and weak Hammond equity. In contrast to the standard Hammond equity axiom, weak Hammond equity supports only utility transfers that unambiguously diminish overall inequality.

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  • Kristof Bosmans & Erwin Ooghe, 2013. "A characterization of maximin," Economic Theory Bulletin, Springer;Society for the Advancement of Economic Theory (SAET), vol. 1(2), pages 151-156, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:etbull:v:1:y:2013:i:2:d:10.1007_s40505-013-0017-1
    DOI: 10.1007/s40505-013-0017-1
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    Keywords

    Maximin; Leximin; Hammond equity;
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    • D63 - Microeconomics - - Welfare Economics - - - Equity, Justice, Inequality, and Other Normative Criteria and Measurement

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