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The Lens of Contract: Private Ordering

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  • Oliver E. Williamson, 2002. "The Lens of Contract: Private Ordering," American Economic Review, American Economic Association, vol. 92(2), pages 438-443, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:aea:aecrev:v:92:y:2002:i:2:p:438-443
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