Foundations of Economics (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134486819
Author: Robin Bade, Michael Parkin
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 7SPPA
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The meaning of social interest and difference of social interest from self-interest, providing examples of each.
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Foundations of Economics (8th Edition)
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