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Antecedents and effects of free riding in the franchisor-franchisee relationship

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  • Kidwell, Roland E.
  • Nygaard, Arne
  • Silkoset, Ragnhild

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  • Kidwell, Roland E. & Nygaard, Arne & Silkoset, Ragnhild, 2007. "Antecedents and effects of free riding in the franchisor-franchisee relationship," Journal of Business Venturing, Elsevier, vol. 22(4), pages 522-544, July.
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