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long-wave theory  

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  • Long-wave theory is a family of theories that explain societal trends with reference to decadesor centurieslong historical cycles. History is filled with repetitious economic, political, social, and demographic patterns—it tends to repeat itself. [Source: International Encyclopedia of Organization Studies; Long-Wave Theory]

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