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Estimating the Link Function in Multinomial Response Models under Endogeneity and Quadratic Loss

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  • Judge, George G.
  • Mittelhammer, Ron C

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This paper considers estimation and inference for the multinomial response model in the case where endogenous variables are arguments of the unknown link function. Semiparametric estimators are proposed that avoid the parametric assumptions underlying the likelihood approach as well as the loss of precision when using nonparametric estimation. A data based shrinkage estimator that seeks an optimal combination of estimators and results in superior risk performance under quadratic loss is also developed.

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  • Judge, George G. & Mittelhammer, Ron C, 2004. "Estimating the Link Function in Multinomial Response Models under Endogeneity and Quadratic Loss," Department of Agricultural & Resource Economics, UC Berkeley, Working Paper Series qt4422n50w, Department of Agricultural & Resource Economics, UC Berkeley.
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