Free will in consumer behavior: Self-control, ego depletion, and choice
@article{Baumeister2008FreeWI, title={Free will in consumer behavior: Self-control, ego depletion, and choice}, author={Roy F. Baumeister and Erin A. Sparks and Tyler F. Stillman and Kathleen D. Vohs}, journal={Journal of Consumer Psychology}, year={2008}, volume={18}, pages={4-13} }
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