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Exact Small Sample Properties of the Instrumental Variable Estimator. A View From a Different Angle

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I derive the exact small sample properties of the instrumental variables estimator using a trigonometric approach. The distribution for the estimation error is decomposed into a product of three components - each with an intuitive interpretation. This approach helps the discussion on what underlies the exact shape of the estimator’s distribution and in particular the possibility of a bimodal distribution.

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  • Mehlum, Halvor, 2004. "Exact Small Sample Properties of the Instrumental Variable Estimator. A View From a Different Angle," Memorandum 03/2004, Oslo University, Department of Economics.
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