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Why existence value should not be used in cost-benefit analysis

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  • Robert H. Nelson

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  • Donald H. Rosenthal & Robert H. Nelson, 1992. "Why existence value should not be used in cost-benefit analysis," Journal of Policy Analysis and Management, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., vol. 11(1), pages 116-122.
    • Handle: RePEc:wly:jpamgt:v:11:y:1992:i:1:p:116-122
    DOI: 10.1002/pam.4050110109
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    1. Loomis, John B., 1988. "Broadening The Concept And Measurements Of Existence Value," Northeastern Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Northeastern Agricultural and Resource Economics Association, vol. 17(1), pages 1-7, April.
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