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Discrete factor analysis using a dependent Poisson model

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  • Rolf Larsson

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In this paper, we present a method for factor analysis of discrete data. This is accomplished by fitting a dependent Poisson model with a factor structure. To be able to analyze ordinal data, we also consider a truncated Poisson distribution. We try to find the model with the lowest AIC by employing a forward selection procedure. The probability to find the correct model is investigated in a simulation study. Moreover, we heuristically derive the corresponding asymptotic probabilities. An empirical study is also included.

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  • Rolf Larsson, 2020. "Discrete factor analysis using a dependent Poisson model," Computational Statistics, Springer, vol. 35(3), pages 1133-1152, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:compst:v:35:y:2020:i:3:d:10.1007_s00180-020-00960-w
    DOI: 10.1007/s00180-020-00960-w
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    1. Rolf Larsson, 2022. "Bartlett correction of an independence test in a multivariate Poisson model," Statistica Neerlandica, Netherlands Society for Statistics and Operations Research, vol. 76(4), pages 391-417, November.

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