Rethinking the contract‐failure theory
Abstract The contract‐failure theory posits that the nonprofit form can be an indicator of high product quality because the nondistribution constraint reduces the nonprofit manager's financial benefits from cheating. This would give nonprofits an advantage over for‐profit firms when consumers cannot determine product quality and thus explains ...
Yumiao Wang
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A Comparative Analysis of Mechanical Properties of Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) vs. Standard Materials Used in Orthodontic Fixed Appliances: A Systematic Review. [PDF]
Win PP +4 more
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ABSTRACT This study investigates the effects of environmental uncertainty, business strategy and management control systems on organisational learning and business performance. This study finds that environmental uncertainty is positively related to the intensity of the product differentiation strategy, and the intensity of the product differentiation ...
Dyna Rachmawati +2 more
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The effectiveness of water jet flossing and interdental flossing for oral hygiene in orthodontic patients with fixed appliances: a randomized clinical trial. [PDF]
AlMoharib HS +4 more
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ABSTRACT Objective This research examines the extent of clinical variation across the NSW public dental service, the largest in Australia. Findings may assist policy makers in reducing variation of care and inequity towards value‐based oral healthcare. Methods Four years of demographic and treatment data, for 741,450 patients between 1 July 2019 and 30
Albert Yaacoub, Tony Skapetis
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Stability of class II correction with the Austro Repositioner associated with multi-brackets fixed appliances in dolichofacial patients. [PDF]
Austro-Martinez MD +4 more
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How FDI reshapes host markets’ trade profile and politics
Abstract A fast‐growing literature indicates that firms’ engagement in foreign direct investment (FDI) and trade is key to understanding deepening global value chains and their political implications. However, existing studies have mainly focused on the ramifications for FDI home countries while often overlooking the firm‐product level interactions ...
In Song Kim, Steven Liao, Sayumi Miyano
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Panoramic evaluation of external root resorption in mandibular molars during orthodontic treatment: a comparison between root-filled and vital teeth treated with fixed appliances or clear aligners. [PDF]
Kurnaz S, Buyukcavus MH.
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