Abstract
The primary aim of any eingineering activity is to convert resources of given forms and locations into resources of other forms and locations. In the performance of this task the engineer is often limited by the prevailing economic, political and social circumstances of society. He is or must be conscious of the basic economic requirements of his productive activity. These demand that the end products and their locations must provide more useful opportunities for further production or consumption.
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Carter, C. F., The Science of Wealth, Edward Arnold, London.
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Dake, J.M.K. (1983). Fundamental Economics of Water Resources Development. In: Essentials of Engineering Hydraulics. ANSTI Technology. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-17005-0_11
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