Besides Maximum Likelihood Estimation of the Logit and Probit Model

question 46

Essay

Besides maximum likelihood estimation of the logit and probit model, your textbook mentions that the model can also be estimated by nonlinear least squares. Construct the sum of squared prediction mistakes and suggest how computer algorithms go about finding the coefficient values that minimize the function. You may want to use an analogy where you place yourself into a mountain range at night with a flashlight shining at your feet. Your task is to find the lowest point in the valley. You have two choices to make: the direction you are walking in and the step length. Describe how you will proceed to find the bottom of the valley. Once you find the lowest point, is there any guarantee that this is the lowest point of all valleys? What should you do to assure this?

Gain insight into the use of deception in psychological research and its ethical implications.

Understand the concept and implications of social loafing within group tasks.

Recognize the effects of social presence on individual performance, including social facilitation and inhibition.

Identify strategies to mitigate social loafing and enhance group productivity.

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