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Assessing the Extent and Nature of Chronic Poverty in Low Income Countries: Issues and Evidence

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  • Mckay, Andrew & Lawson, David, 2003. "Assessing the Extent and Nature of Chronic Poverty in Low Income Countries: Issues and Evidence," World Development, Elsevier, vol. 31(3), pages 425-439, March.
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