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Income Volatility and Family Structure Patterns: Association with Stability and Change in Food Stamp Program Participation

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  • Daphne Hernandez & Kathleen Ziol-Guest, 2009. "Income Volatility and Family Structure Patterns: Association with Stability and Change in Food Stamp Program Participation," Journal of Family and Economic Issues, Springer, vol. 30(4), pages 357-371, December.
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    DOI: 10.1007/s10834-009-9168-5
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