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The chain store paradox

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  • Selten, Reinhard

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  • Selten, Reinhard, 2017. "The chain store paradox," Center for Mathematical Economics Working Papers 18, Center for Mathematical Economics, Bielefeld University.
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    4. Reinhard Selten, 1974. "The Chain Store Paradox," Center for Mathematical Economics Working Papers 018, Center for Mathematical Economics, Bielefeld University.
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