Small Area Estimation

By Isabel Molina, J.N.K. Rao, J N K Rao

Book Overview

An accessible introduction to indirect estimation methods, both traditional and model-based. Readers will also find the latest methods for measuring the variability of the estimates as well as the techniques for model validation. Uses a basic area-level linear model to illustrate the methods Presents the various extensions including binary response data through generalized linear models and time series data through linear models that combine cross-sectional and time series features Provides recent applications of SAE including several in U.S. Federal programs Offers a comprehensive discussion of the design issues that impact SAE

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0471413747
• ISBN13: 9780471413745
• Release Date: January 2003
• Publisher: Wiley-Interscience
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.5" x 1.0" x 6.5"