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Considering Market-Based Instruments for Consumer Protection in Higher Education

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  • Karsten Mause, 2010. "Considering Market-Based Instruments for Consumer Protection in Higher Education," Journal of Consumer Policy, Springer, vol. 33(1), pages 29-53, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:kap:jcopol:v:33:y:2010:i:1:p:29-53
    DOI: 10.1007/s10603-009-9118-5
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