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Grade retention during basic education in Portugal: determinants and impact on student achievement

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  • Manuel Coutinho Pereira

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  • Hugo Reis & Manuel Coutinho Pereira, 2014. "Grade retention during basic education in Portugal: determinants and impact on student achievement," Economic Bulletin and Financial Stability Report Articles and Banco de Portugal Economic Studies, Banco de Portugal, Economics and Research Department.
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