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To Cite this Article: Zahari, M. H., Ridzuan, M. R., & Rahman, N. A. S. A. (2022). Application of The Health Belief Model on The Intention To Stop Smoking Behavior Among Smokers In Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 12(10), 645– 653.
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