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Generalized Gini coefficient, its statistical significance, and the local areas driving the global result

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  • Gao, Yichao
  • Andresen, Martin A.

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Review the Gini coefficient and how it has been tested for statistically significant concentrations. Discuss and implement baseline distribution for statistical testing. Identify where and how much local level change is needed to generate spatial concentrations.

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  • Gao, Yichao & Andresen, Martin A., 2025. "Generalized Gini coefficient, its statistical significance, and the local areas driving the global result," Journal of Criminal Justice, Elsevier, vol. 101(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:jcjust:v:101:y:2025:i:c:s0047235225001734
    DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrimjus.2025.102524
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