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We present a theoretical approach for the integer quantum Hall effect, whic
h is able to describe the inter-plateau transitions as well as the transiti
on to the Hall insulator. We find two regimes (metalliclike and insulatorli
ke) of the top Landau level, in which the dissipative bulk current appears
in different directions. The regimes are separated by a temperature-invaria
nt point. [S0163-1829(98)01447-7].