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Optimal Contract Length in a Reputational Model of Monetary Policy

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  • Ellis, C.J.
  • Holden, S.

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  • Ellis, C.J. & Holden, S., 1992. "Optimal Contract Length in a Reputational Model of Monetary Policy," Memorandum 1992_011, Oslo University, Department of Economics.
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