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This paper argues that in mainstream economics the concept of entrepreneurship is imposed by the theoretical framework adopted in order to justify the source of profits. In contrast, in Marx’s analysis there is a consistent theory of profit which inevitably leads to a specific theory of entrepreneurship. (JEL: B10, B14, B21)
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Tsaliki, P.V. Marx on entrepreneurship: A note. RISEC 53, 592–602 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03029765
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