Adaptation and Validation of a Computer Ranking for Partially Ordered Data

Abstract

In 1957 L. R. Ford, Jr., developed a procedure that would produce a rank-order of objects from subjective judgments. Standard procedures usually require that the number of comparisons between any given pair of objects be equal to the number between any other pair. This method does not require any specific number of comparisons between pairs, and it allows that there be missing data. A computer program was developed utilizing Ford's technique. This study adapted the program for use on the IBM 360/67 and evaluated the validity of the program and model which appeared good. Applications for the use of such a program in the Navy were cited.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1971
Accession Number
AD0733183

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  • Richard W. Mister

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  • Naval Postgraduate School

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  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

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  • Abstracts
  • Analysis Of Variance
  • Attrition
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Enlisted Personnel
  • Judgment
  • Manpower
  • Manpower Utilization
  • Military Personnel
  • Minority Groups
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  • United States Naval Academy

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