Cluster Analysis, Measurement Theory, and Establishment of Accounting Standards.

Abstract

An overview of measurement theory is given with a focus on the classification and identification processes; this conceptual framework serves to facilitate and sharpen the comparisons and extensions which are made in the other two parts of the paper. Cluster analysis is examined from four perspectives: the philosophy, objective, basic assumptions, and applications. The measurement dimensions of accounting standards are highlighted with an emphasis on potential areas of refinement through the application of cluster analysis. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1972
Accession Number
AD0747647

Entities

People

  • George R. Bruha
  • Thomas R. Prince

Organizations

  • Northwestern University

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accounting
  • Classification
  • Identification
  • Measurement
  • Philosophy
  • Standards

Readers

  • Regression Analysis.
  • Systems Analysis and Design