Regression Illusions
Introduction
J. Scott Armstrong solicits comments on potential illusions in regression analysis
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A special section on illusions in regression analysis will appear in the International Journal of Forecasting in 2012. It is centered around research by Emre Soyer and Robin Hogarth. I attach my overview: . (Should you have any suggestions, I can make changes on the page proofs.)
I have been concerned with this issue for half a century now. There was already a substantial literature on the topic by the 1960s and much has been done since then. Unfortunately, this body of research is often ignored in practice. I expect that many of you will be surprised by the findings.
Scott
-J. Scott Armstrong
Wharton School
JMHH 747
U. of Pennsylvania, Phila., PA 19104
Home Phone 610-622-6480
armstrong@wharton.upenn.edu
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