Foundations of Economics, Student Value Edition (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134489230
Author: Robin Bade, Michael Parkin
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 11SPPA
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The company's incentive in giving its workers a black Friday off and whether the decision made by the company is in self interest or social interest.
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Foundations of Economics, Student Value Edition (8th Edition)
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