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A human capital model of the effects of abilities and family background on optimal schooling levels
Regan, Tracy L.; Burghardt, Galen; Oaxaca, Ronald L. - 2006
This paper develops a theoretical model of optimal schooling levels where ability and family background are the central explanatory variables. We derive schooling demand and supply functions based on individual wealth maximization. Using NLSY79 data we stratify our sample into one-year FTE work...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10010267313
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The effects of Spanish-language background on completed schooling and aptitude test scores
Locay, Luis; Regan, Tracy L.; Diamond, Arthur M. - In: Economic inquiry : journal of the Western Economic … 51 (2013) 1, pp. 527-562
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009753899
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A human capital model of the effects of ability and family background on optimal schooling levels
Regan, Tracy L.; Oxaca, Ronald L.; Burghardt, Galen - In: Economic inquiry : journal of the Western Economic … 45 (2007) 4, pp. 721-738
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10003385626
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A human capital model of the effects of abilities and family background on optimal schooling levels
Regan, Tracy L. (contributor); Burghardt, Galen (contributor) - 2006
This paper develops a theoretical model of optimal schooling levels where ability and family background are the central explanatory variables. We derive schooling demand and supply functions based on individual wealth maximization. Using NLSY79 data we stratify our sample into one-year "FTE"...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10003253464