An efficiency argument for affirmative action in higher education

In a dynamic framework in which generations are linked by educational background, we identify an intergenerational externality that is larger for disadvantaged groups. This provides an argument for affirmative action in higher education based on efficiency alone.

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Year of publication:	2004-09
Authors:	Rey, Elena Del ; Racionero, Maria
Institutions:	College of Business and Economics, Australian National University

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Extent:	application/pdf
Series:	ANU Working Papers in Economics and Econometrics.
Type of publication:	Book / Working Paper
Notes:	6 pages
Classification:	H21 - Efficiency; Optimal Taxation ; I28 - Government Policy
Source:	RePEc - Research Papers in Economics

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