
Lars Peter Hansen on Risk, Ambiguity, and Measurement
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This chapter explores the challenges of measurement and uncertainty in economics, referencing a significant paper on systemic risk. The speakers highlight the critical role of quantifying economic phenomena and emphasize a quote from Sir William Thompson that underscores the importance of measurement for understanding economic concepts.
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