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Semiparametric estimation of equivalence scales using subjective information

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  • Melenberg, B.

    (Tilburg University, School of Economics and Management)

  • van Soest, A.H.O.

    (Tilburg University, School of Economics and Management)

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  • Melenberg, B. & van Soest, A.H.O., 1995. "Semiparametric estimation of equivalence scales using subjective information," Other publications TiSEM 250cc708-150d-4f3b-bc34-b, Tilburg University, School of Economics and Management.
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