The Economics of Family Life.

Bahr, Stephen J., Ed.

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Publication Date: 1982-Jun

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The Economics of Family Life.

Bahr, Stephen J., Ed.

Journal of Family Issues, v3 n2 p139-265 Jun 1982

Examines, in eight articles, changes in family economics. Studied effects of low income on young womens' high school completion, impact of negative income tax on children, moonlighting husbands, wives and husband's housework, relationship between human capital and fertility, household expenditure patterns, and cost of housewives' lost work opportunities. (RC)

Descriptors: Birth Rate, Consumer Economics, Economic Factors, Educational Attainment, Employed Women, Family Financial Resources, Family Income, Housework, Low Income, Multiple Employment, Socioeconomic Influences

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Reports - General; Information Analyses

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Language: English

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