Stereotypes and Inequality: A ‘Signaling’ Theory of Identity Choice
We develop an identity choice model within the context of a stereotyping-cum-signaling framework. The model allows us to explore implications of the fact that, when individuals can choose identity, then the distribution of abilities within distinct identity groups becomes endogenous. This is signifi...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Korea Development Institute
2012-06-01
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Series: | KDI Journal of Economic Policy |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.23895/kdijep.2012.34.2.1 |