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The Social Significance of Consumption: James Duesenberry’s Contribution to Consumer Theory

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  • Roger Mason, 2000. "The Social Significance of Consumption: James Duesenberry’s Contribution to Consumer Theory," Journal of Economic Issues, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 34(3), pages 553-572, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:mes:jeciss:v:34:y:2000:i:3:p:553-572
    DOI: 10.1080/00213624.2000.11506294
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    1. Milton Friedman, 1957. "Introduction to "A Theory of the Consumption Function"," NBER Chapters, in: A Theory of the Consumption Function, pages 1-6, National Bureau of Economic Research, Inc.
    2. Milton Friedman, 1957. "A Theory of the Consumption Function," NBER Books, National Bureau of Economic Research, Inc, number frie57-1, September.
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