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ERIC Number: EJ208833
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1979
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Comparison of Different Shrinkage Formulas in Estimating Population Multiple Correlation Coefficients.
Carter, David S.
Educational and Psychological Measurement, v39 n2 p261-66 Sum 1979
There are a variety of formulas for reducing the positive bias which occurs in estimating R squared in multiple regression or correlation equations. Five different formulas are evaluated in a Monte Carlo study, and recommendations are made. (JKS)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Correlation, Mathematical Formulas, Multiple Regression Analysis, Simulation, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Bias, Technical Reports
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Shrinkage Formulas