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Productivity Growth in Latin America: The Limits of Neoliberal Reforms

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  • Paus, Eva A., 2004. "Productivity Growth in Latin America: The Limits of Neoliberal Reforms," World Development, Elsevier, vol. 32(3), pages 427-445, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:wdevel:v:32:y:2004:i:3:p:427-445
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