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Discussion of The Value of Financial Statement Verification in Debt Financing: Evidence from Private U.S. Firms

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  • Gavin Cassar, 2011. "Discussion of The Value of Financial Statement Verification in Debt Financing: Evidence from Private U.S. Firms," Journal of Accounting Research, Wiley Blackwell, vol. 49(2), pages 507-528, May.
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