Looking for the Best,

Abstract

What statistical techniques are most useful for identifying outliers in samples and in regression analysis. After considering the practical benefits of locating exceptional performers and reivewing a variety of statistical methods for doing so, this paper stresses the merits of several new techniques based on ideas of robust estimation. Throughout the paper, emphasis is given to the use of statistical techniques in the evaluation of public policies, with particular attention to education.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1976
Accession Number
ADA032095

Entities

People

  • Robert E. Klitgaard

Organizations

  • RAND Corporation

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Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems
  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Data Analysis
  • Data Mining
  • Data Science
  • Data Sets
  • Education
  • Information Science
  • Knowledge Management
  • New York
  • Probability Distributions
  • Public Policy
  • Random Variables
  • Regression Analysis
  • Standards
  • Statistical Algorithms
  • Statistical Tests
  • Statistics
  • Students

Fields of Study

  • Mathematics

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  • Approximation Theory.
  • Economics
  • Systems Analysis and Design