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Statistical methods for geographical correlation studies

Oxford University Press eBooksPublished 25 July 1996
Sylvia Richardson
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Abstract

This chapter discusses statistical method for geographical correlation studies. It focuses on models that acknowledge, estimate, and adjust for spatial correlation. It also discusses problems of ecological bias, which can lead to inaccurate estimates of risk coefficients. It also looks at issues of study design.

Keywords

Economics, Econometrics and Finance