| This question <69|89> overall <85|87> Jenny: <85|88>. |
| Exam Question 80: In the equation “20 yards of linen = 1 coat,” what is the difference between the left hand side and the right hand side? |
| [86] Jenny: 20 yards of linen = 1 coat The following is an addition to Moo's response [69]: |
| Keeping in mind that the equation is an expression of value, and in terms of the first commodity (linen) represents the relative value, while the second is equivalent form to express value. Switching terms create a whole new value aspect, now the linen becomes the equivalent form to express value, instead of the coat. |
| I wouldn't use the term here “whole new.” Marx is clear in stating that this relationship is “Two Poles of the Value Expression.” Relative form and equivalent form are mutually exclusive in that they play different roles and one commodity cannot hold both relative and equivalent forms simoultaneously. The two forms are also inseparable because one cannot exists without the other. In reversing the equation above, there is not a “whole new” relation, but a reversal of roles between the same two players. The reversal may be different, but not “whole new.” |
| Hans: You correctly pointed out an error in Moo, and this is how I would like this class to evolve: if someone says something wrong, then others should intervene. I don't think this is impolite; this is the matter of a joint learning experience. |
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