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Heterogeneity in the relationship between income and happiness: A conceptual-referent-theory explanation

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  • Rojas, Mariano, 2007. "Heterogeneity in the relationship between income and happiness: A conceptual-referent-theory explanation," Journal of Economic Psychology, Elsevier, vol. 28(1), pages 1-14, January.
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