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Are Investments in Daughters Lower when Daughters Move Away? Evidence from Indonesia

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  • Levine, David & Kevane, Michael, 2003. "Are Investments in Daughters Lower when Daughters Move Away? Evidence from Indonesia," World Development, Elsevier, vol. 31(6), pages 1065-1084, June.
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