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Ethnic diversity and economic development

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  • Montalvo, Jose G.
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  • Montalvo, Jose G. & Reynal-Querol, Marta, 2005. "Ethnic diversity and economic development," Journal of Development Economics, Elsevier, vol. 76(2), pages 293-323, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:deveco:v:76:y:2005:i:2:p:293-323
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