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Self-reported vs Directly Observed Face Mask Use in Kenya

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  • Jakubowski, Aleksandra
  • Egger, Dennis
  • Nekesa, Carolyne
  • Lowe, Layna
  • Walker, Michael
  • Miguel, Edward
Abstract
This cross-sectional study examines the extent to which mask mandates are followed and quantify the bias of self-reported mask usage in Kenya.

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  • Jakubowski, Aleksandra & Egger, Dennis & Nekesa, Carolyne & Lowe, Layna & Walker, Michael & Miguel, Edward, 2021. "Self-reported vs Directly Observed Face Mask Use in Kenya," Department of Economics, Working Paper Series qt6jx7p45h, Department of Economics, Institute for Business and Economic Research, UC Berkeley.
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    1. Dennis Egger & Johannes Haushofer & Edward Miguel & Paul Niehaus & Michael Walker, 2022. "General Equilibrium Effects of Cash Transfers: Experimental Evidence From Kenya," Econometrica, Econometric Society, vol. 90(6), pages 2603-2643, November.
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