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To Cite this Article: Chik, Z., & Abdullah, A. H. (2018). The Role of Discipline Learning as a Mediator in Relationship between Learning Styles with Academic Achievement. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 8(11), 836–845.
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