Estimation of finite sequential games
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- Shiko Maruyama, 2010. "Estimation of Finite Sequential Games," Discussion Papers 2010-22, School of Economics, The University of New South Wales.
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Keywords
Inference in discrete games; Sequential games; Monte Carlo integration; GHK simulator; Subgame perfection;All these keywords.
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- C35 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Multiple or Simultaneous Equation Models; Multiple Variables - - - Discrete Regression and Qualitative Choice Models; Discrete Regressors; Proportions
- C72 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Game Theory and Bargaining Theory - - - Noncooperative Games
- C63 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Mathematical Methods; Programming Models; Mathematical and Simulation Modeling - - - Computational Techniques
- C31 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Multiple or Simultaneous Equation Models; Multiple Variables - - - Cross-Sectional Models; Spatial Models; Treatment Effect Models; Quantile Regressions; Social Interaction Models
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