Activity Number:
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197
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Type:
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Topic Contributed
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Date/Time:
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Tuesday, August 13, 2002 : 10:30 AM to 12:20 PM
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Sponsor:
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Section on Statistical Computing*
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Abstract - #300950 |
Title:
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Model Assessment Plots for Logistic Regression with Multi-level Covariates
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Author(s):
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Iain Pardoe*+
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Affiliation(s):
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University of Oregon
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Address:
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Lundquist College of Business, Eugene, Oregon, 97403-1208,
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Keywords:
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Diagnostic ; Graphical method ; Hierarchical model ; Model criticism ; Bayesian methodology ; Mixed-effects
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Abstract:
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Residual plots are traditionally used to assess the fit of a regression model, yet can be difficult to interpret when the response variable is binary. This difficulty becomes compounded when covariates have a hierarchical or multi-level structure. An alternative graphical procedure is proposed for visualizing goodness of fit in such settings. The methodology is illustrated with an analysis of individual-level and county-level effects on sentencing practices for felony convictions across the U.S.
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