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compensate for the absence of experience in the land development process among membersof the kibbutzim . The original intentionof the expansion ( decision 737 ) was to . 9 provide housing for the children of the kibbutzim, who do not wish to be members . In fact the houses are marketed to anyone . Based on a statistical analysis of the differences among the kibbutzim that engage and those that do not engage in a process of expansion, it is evident that demographics and economics play a central role in the decision . The weaker kibbutzim view the expansion as a means to improve their conditions . "Strong" kibbutzim are less likely to engage in expansion . Other factors were found to be insignificant . It is important to note that the possibility to identify those kibbutzim that may choose to expand make it possible for national planners of the rural areas to influence rural realities . This is particularly important in light of the accepted policy to encourage such expansions . Finally,...  אל הספר