Publication: Journal of Economic Education
Volume: Volume 15, No. 1
Issue: Winter 1984
Pages: pp. 90-91
Author(s): Paul H. Kipps and Andrew I. Kohen
Title: The Depreciation of Human Capital Over Time: The Case of Economic Knowledge Revisited
Abstract: In this note, the authors point out what is learned in principles lasts longer with students of high ability and if the first course is followed by additional courses in economics or mathematics. This lends support to the practice of advising majors not to delay the intermediate theory course after completing principles.