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Firm size and optimal growth rates

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  • Spivak, Avia

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  • Segal, Uzi & Spivak, Avia, 1989. "Firm size and optimal growth rates," European Economic Review, Elsevier, vol. 33(1), pages 159-167, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:eecrev:v:33:y:1989:i:1:p:159-167
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