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A characterization of maximin: corrigendum

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  • Kaname Miyagishima

    (JSPS, Waseda University)

  • Kristof Bosmans

    (Maastricht University)

  • Erwin Ooghe

    (Katholieke Universiteit Leuven)

Abstract

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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  • Kaname Miyagishima & Kristof Bosmans & Erwin Ooghe, 2014. "A characterization of maximin: corrigendum," Economic Theory Bulletin, Springer;Society for the Advancement of Economic Theory (SAET), vol. 2(2), pages 219-220, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:etbull:v:2:y:2014:i:2:d:10.1007_s40505-014-0033-9
    DOI: 10.1007/s40505-014-0033-9
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    JEL classification:

    • D63 - Microeconomics - - Welfare Economics - - - Equity, Justice, Inequality, and Other Normative Criteria and Measurement

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