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How to consult an expert? Opinion versus evidence

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  • Jerome Mathis

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  • Thomas Lanzi & Jerome Mathis, 2011. "How to consult an expert? Opinion versus evidence," Theory and Decision, Springer, vol. 70(4), pages 447-474, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:kap:theord:v:70:y:2011:i:4:p:447-474
    DOI: 10.1007/s11238-009-9177-8
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