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Modelling life-course decisions for the analysis of interpersonal and intrapersonal redistribution

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  • Laura Cavalli

    (Department of Economics (University of Verona))

  • Alessandro Bucciol

    (Department of Economics (University of Verona))

  • Paolo Pertile

    (Department of Economics (University of Verona))

  • Veronica Polin

    (Department of Economics (University of Verona))

  • Nicola Sartor

    (Department of Economics (University of Verona))

  • Alessandro Sommacal

    (Department of Economics (University of Verona))

Abstract

The following paper reports the main objective and the expected outcomes of an ambitious project that aims to develop a model for the analysis of both inter-household and intra-household distribution in a life-cycle perspective. In reporting such research objectives, this anal- ysis focuses in particular on the di erent methods and events that will be taken into consideration as starting point for the general project.

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  • Laura Cavalli & Alessandro Bucciol & Paolo Pertile & Veronica Polin & Nicola Sartor & Alessandro Sommacal, 2012. "Modelling life-course decisions for the analysis of interpersonal and intrapersonal redistribution," Working Papers 25/2012, University of Verona, Department of Economics.
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