Graphical Tools for Linear Structural Equation Modeling

Abstract

This paper surveys graphical tools developed in the past three decades that are applicable to linear structural equation models (SEMs). These tools permit researchers to answer key research questions by simple path-tracing rules, even for highly complex models. They include parameter identification, causal effect identification, regressor selection, selecting instrumental variables, finding testable implications of a given model, identifying equivalent models and estimating counterfactual relationships.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 2014
Accession Number
ADA609131

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  • Bryant Chen
  • Judea Pearl

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  • University of California, Los Angeles

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