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Regression–Discontinuity Analysis: A Survey of Recent Developments in Economics

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  • Wilbert Van Der Klaauw

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. This paper provides a discussion of recent developments related to the applicability of the regression discontinuity design in economics. It reviews econometric issues, such as identification and estimation methods, as well as a number of sensitivity and validity tests of importance in empirical application.

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  • Wilbert Van Der Klaauw, 2008. "Regression–Discontinuity Analysis: A Survey of Recent Developments in Economics," LABOUR, CEIS, vol. 22(2), pages 219-245, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:labour:v:22:y:2008:i:2:p:219-245
    DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-9914.2008.00419.x
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