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The Theory of Principal and Agent: Part 1

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  • Rees, Ray, 1985. "The Theory of Principal and Agent: Part 1," Bulletin of Economic Research, Wiley Blackwell, vol. 37(1), pages 3-26, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:buecrs:v:37:y:1985:i:1:p:3-26
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