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An evaluation of benefit-cost analysis as a tool for manpower decision making

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  • Elkin, Randyl Don, 1971. "An evaluation of benefit-cost analysis as a tool for manpower decision making," ISU General Staff Papers 197101010800005447, Iowa State University, Department of Economics.
    • Handle: RePEc:isu:genstf:197101010800005447
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