Multivariate Analysis of Categorical Data: Applications

Non-linear analysis of categorical variables, that is, a variable that can sort objects into a limited number of distinct groups called `categories', is a useful technique for social scientists, particularly those who do survey research. This book introduces the reader to the application of a particular approach to categorical analysis, the GIFI system, or multiple correspondence analysis. Using illustrative examples from a variety of disciplines, van de Geer shows how to perform these techniques using standard computer programs, such as SPSS. The book explains when to use particular programs, what conditions need to be met for effective use of each program, and how to interpret the results based on the use of each of these programs. Detai

Sommario

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PRINCALS
CANALS
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Some Conclusions

Riassunto

Non-linear analysis of categorical variables, that is, a variable that can sort objects into a limited number of distinct groups called `categories', is a useful technique for social scientists, particularly those who do survey research. This book introduces the reader to the application of a particular approach to categorical analysis, the GIFI system, or multiple correspondence analysis. Using illustrative examples from a variety of disciplines, van de Geer shows how to perform these techniques using standard computer programs, such as SPSS. The book explains when to use particular programs, what conditions need to be met for effective use of each program, and how to interpret the results based on the use of each of these programs. Detai

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: John van de Geer, John P. van de Geer, John van de Geer, John P. Van De Geer
• Editore: Sage Publications
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Copertina rigida
• Pubblicazione: 25.08.1993
• EAN: 9780803945647
• ISBN: 978-0-8039-4564-7
• Pagine: 144
• Peso: 400 g
• Serie: Advanced Quantitative Techniqu; Advanced Quantitative Techniques in the Social Sciences; Advanced Quantitative Techniques in the Social Sciences; Advanced Quantitative Techniqu
• Categorie: Scienze naturali, medicina, informatica, tecnica > Matematica > Teoria delle probabilità, stocastica, statistica matematica; Scienze sociali, diritto, economia > Scienze sociali, tematiche generali; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Research, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Communication Studies, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Statistics, Communication Studies, Social research & statistics, Social research and statistics, Quantitative/Statistical Research