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Are Economic Agents Successful Optimizers? An Analysis Through Strategy in Tennis

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  • Klaassen, F.J.G.M.

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  • Magnus, J.R.

    (Tilburg University, Center For Economic Research)

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  • Klaassen, F.J.G.M. & Magnus, J.R., 2006. "Are Economic Agents Successful Optimizers? An Analysis Through Strategy in Tennis," Discussion Paper 2006-52, Tilburg University, Center for Economic Research.
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