The Limits of Inference Without Theory

The Limits of Inference Without Theory
ISBN-10
0262019086
ISBN-13
9780262019088
Category
Business & Economics
Pages
183
Language
English
Published
2013
Publisher
MIT Press
Author
Kenneth I. Wolpin

Description

This book examines the role of theory in inferential empirical work in economics and the social sciences in genera--that is, any research that uses raw data to go beyond the mere statement of fact or the tabulation of statistics. Considered in particular are the limits that eschewing the use of theory places on inference--Publisher.

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