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Approximating probability density functions and their convolutions using orthogonal polynomials

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  • Badinelli, Ralph D., 1996. "Approximating probability density functions and their convolutions using orthogonal polynomials," European Journal of Operational Research, Elsevier, vol. 95(1), pages 211-230, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:ejores:v:95:y:1996:i:1:p:211-230
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