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A simple version and extension of Arrow’s Theorem in the Edgeworth Domain

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This paper presents an Arrow-type result which can be simply demonstrated to hold within the standard domain of welfare economics: in the (m×n) Edgeworth Box, a best allocation must assign all goods to a single individual. Allowing the Social Welfare Function to take account of envy-freeness, or other related constructions, does not significantly resolve this problem.

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  • John Bone, "undated". "A simple version and extension of Arrow’s Theorem in the Edgeworth Domain," Discussion Papers 00/23, Department of Economics, University of York.
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    Keywords

    Arrow; Social Welfare Function; Edgeworth Box; Envy-Freeness.;
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    JEL classification:

    • D63 - Microeconomics - - Welfare Economics - - - Equity, Justice, Inequality, and Other Normative Criteria and Measurement
    • D71 - Microeconomics - - Analysis of Collective Decision-Making - - - Social Choice; Clubs; Committees; Associations

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