Title of article :
Aggregated versus disaggregated data in regression analysis: implications for inference
Author/Authors :
Thomas A. Garrett، نويسنده ,
Issue Information :
روزنامه با شماره پیاپی سال 2003
Abstract :
This note demonstrates why regression coefficients and their statistical significance differ across degrees of data aggregation. Given the frequent use of aggregated data to explain individual behavior, data aggregation can result in misleading conclusions regarding the economic behavior of individuals.
Keywords :
aggregation , Regression , Data , inference
Journal title :
Economics Letters
Journal title :
Economics Letters