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Misperceptions of social norms about tax compliance: From theory to intervention

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  • Wenzel, Michael, 2005. "Misperceptions of social norms about tax compliance: From theory to intervention," Journal of Economic Psychology, Elsevier, vol. 26(6), pages 862-883, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:joepsy:v:26:y:2005:i:6:p:862-883
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