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Statistical measurement of gender wage differentials

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Describes various methodologies for measuring gender wage differentials and identifies their major advantages and weaknesses.

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  • Rassou R., 1993. "Statistical measurement of gender wage differentials," ILO Working Papers 992920693402676, International Labour Organization.
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