Microeconomics
11th Edition
ISBN: 9781260507041
Author: Colander, David
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Chapter 8.W, Problem 5QAP
(a)
To determine
Effects of the development of agribusiness on small farmers and farm communities.
(b)
To determine
Agribusiness and small farmers.
(c)
To determine
Differences in reinvestment by small farmers and agribusiness.
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