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On Using a "Patched" Data Base: An Illustration of the Conundrum

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  • Samuel Schwarz

    (College of Staten Island, CUNY)

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This paper discusses the problem of using a data base whose missing data points have been filled, based upon those that do exist. By use of an actual case-in-point, the author points out the pitfalls and dangers of using such a data base, and places a "flashing signal" before every data base.

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  • Samuel Schwarz, 1991. "On Using a "Patched" Data Base: An Illustration of the Conundrum," Eastern Economic Journal, Eastern Economic Association, vol. 17(1), pages 75-79, Jan-Mar.
    • Handle: RePEc:eej:eeconj:v:17:y:1991:i:1:p:75-79
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    • C89 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Data Collection and Data Estimation Methodology; Computer Programs - - - Other

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