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RECAST2: Stata module to change storage type of variable

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  • Fred Wolfe

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Stata

Abstract

recast2 changes the storage type of the variables identified in varlist to type. force requires the conversion to be performed even if there is loss of information and Stata refuses to convert. Use this option when there is little or no loss of information as in the conversion of some variables of double type to variables of float type, etc.

Suggested Citation

  • Fred Wolfe, 1999. "RECAST2: Stata module to change storage type of variable," Statistical Software Components S388901, Boston College Department of Economics.
    • Handle: RePEc:boc:bocode:s388901
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