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Formal and informal sector employment in urban areas of Bolivia

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  • Pradhan, M.P.
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  • Pradhan, M.P. & van Soest, A.H.O., 1993. "Formal and informal sector employment in urban areas of Bolivia," Discussion Paper 1993-11, Tilburg University, Center for Economic Research.
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