Hierarchy and the size of a firm
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Cooperative game theory; Hierarchy; wH $$^{mathrm{My}}$$ My value;All these keywords.
JEL classification:
- C71 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Game Theory and Bargaining Theory - - - Cooperative Games
- L25 - Industrial Organization - - Firm Objectives, Organization, and Behavior - - - Firm Performance
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