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Discrete Stochastic Programming: Concepts, Examples And A Review Of Empirical Applications

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  • Apland, Jeffrey & Hauer, Grant, 1993. "Discrete Stochastic Programming: Concepts, Examples And A Review Of Empirical Applications," Staff Papers 13793, University of Minnesota, Department of Applied Economics.
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