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Introduction to "Targeting Investments in Children: Fighting Poverty When Resources are Limited"

In: Targeting Investments in Children: Fighting Poverty When Resources Are Limited

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  • Phillip B. Levine
  • David J. Zimmerman

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  • Phillip B. Levine & David J. Zimmerman, 2010. "Introduction to "Targeting Investments in Children: Fighting Poverty When Resources are Limited"," NBER Chapters, in: Targeting Investments in Children: Fighting Poverty When Resources Are Limited, pages 3-11, National Bureau of Economic Research, Inc.
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