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A case of mistaken identity: George Stigler, “The Problem of Social Cost,” and the Coase theorem

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  • Steven Medema, 2011. "A case of mistaken identity: George Stigler, “The Problem of Social Cost,” and the Coase theorem," European Journal of Law and Economics, Springer, vol. 31(1), pages 11-38, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:kap:ejlwec:v:31:y:2011:i:1:p:11-38
    DOI: 10.1007/s10657-010-9196-5
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