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Growth and the Public Sector: A Critical Review Essay

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  • Ohlsson, H.
  • Agell, J.
  • Lindh, T.

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  • Ohlsson, H. & Agell, J. & Lindh, T., 1995. "Growth and the Public Sector: A Critical Review Essay," Papers 1995-09, Uppsala - Working Paper Series.
    • Handle: RePEc:fth:uppaal:1995-09
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