Economic Theory and the Construction Industry

This revised edition of an established classic textbook brings the subject right up to date. It applies economic theory to the formation of demand on the construction industry and to the way the industry responds. This edition provides a topical assessment of the implication for competition of new m...

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Main Author: Hillebrandt, Patricia M.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: London Palgrave Macmillan UK 2000, 2000
Edition:Third Edition
Subjects:
Online Access:
Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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