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Parameter Estimation Techniques

Kristen Anderson

Abstract

Regression analysis is used to fit a model to collected data, which can then be used for various comparisons or prediction methods.  Various techniques enable researchers to estimate unknown parameters to obtain a better knowledge of the underlying populations.  In this undergraduate research project, I will look at three different methods of parameter estimation used in regression, least squares estimation, maximum likelihood estimation, and ridge regression estimation.  The information will then be presented through the mathematical processor Latex.

Biography

Born and raised in Anaconda, Montana, I am currently a senior at Montana Tech studying mathematics with options in mathematics and statistics. During my four years at Montana Tech I have been a member of the Math Club and worked part-time at a local restaurant/casino. I will be graduating in May 2007 and hope to move to California in pursuit of either a career or possibly attending graduate school. 

Kristin Anderson

 

 

 

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