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In this chapter, it is explained how the research questions outlined in chapter 1 are addressed theoretically and methodologically in this thesis. Firstly, the theories applied in the subsequent chapters 3–6 are summarized (the theoretical framework). Secondly, the sample used for the quantitative empirical chapters 4, 5, and 6 as well as the data collection process is described. Lastly, statistical techniques to investigate the generated hypotheses are outlined.
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Ahlers, O. (2014). Research approach. In: Family Firms and Private Equity. Familienunternehmen und KMU. Springer Gabler, Wiesbaden. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-658-04094-9_2
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