ABSTRACT

Mathematics is a general and logical capital good for the construction of empirical science. Pure empirical science (e.g. Theory of the Finn) is a logical but specific capital good for the construction of applied empirical science. The latter (Corporate Strategy as a corresponding example) is a dialectical and specific capital good for the improvement of the art of science. The complementarity among these distinct spheres of knowledge is obvious. It is however obscured by the economists’ Ricardian Vice. A study of Ansoffs’ work- he is the chief protagonist of the Theory of Corporate Strategy - is conducted under this perspective.

KEYWORDS:
Economic methodology; senior indeterminacy; Ricardian vice