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Misery Loves Company: Social Influence and the Supply/Pricing Decision of Popular Night Clubs

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  • Amegashie, J.A., 2002. "Misery Loves Company: Social Influence and the Supply/Pricing Decision of Popular Night Clubs," Working Papers 2002-10, University of Guelph, Department of Economics and Finance.
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