Was Buchanan's work initially well-accepted?
It had mixed reviews
Yes
No
It was heavily criticized
Answer
Buchanan's work was initially heavily criticized by many in the field. He was criticized for his use of mathematical modeling and for his emphasis on self-interest as the primary motivation for human behavior. His work was also criticized for its lack of empirical support.
The Mind of Economics: Unleashing the Legacy of James M. Buchanan
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