Random Effects
A detailed exploration of the random effects in panel data regression models and its significance in economics
Random Error
A discrepancy between the observed value of a variable and its true value due to chance or imprecise measurement.
Random Process
An examination of random processes, also known as stochastic processes, in economic analysis.
Random Sample
A random sample refers to a subset of individuals chosen from a larger set (population) where each individual has an equal chance of being selected.
Random Variable
A function that maps the outcomes of a random experiment onto the real numbers
Random Walk
A detailed entry about the term Random Walk, including its definition, historical context, and analytical frameworks in economics.
Randomized Response
A technique for eliciting truthful answers to sensitive questions in surveys, used to estimate the proportion of a population belonging to a sensitive group.
Rank Correlation
An overview of rank correlation, a measure often utilized to evaluate the degree of similarity between two rankings used in various fields of economics and statistics.
Rank Dependent Expected Utility Theory
A generalization of expected utility theory, explaining choices observed in the Allais paradox and other anomalies.
Ratchet Effect
Understanding the tendency for a variable to be influenced by its largest previous value and its implications in economics
Rate of Exchange
A detailed examination of the term 'Rate of Exchange' in economic context, including definitions, historical background, and relevant analytical frameworks.