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Triangular distribution for random parameters

Posted: 31 Mar 2023, 09:45
by martabiancolin_
Hi,

I'm estimating a mixed multinomial logit assuming a triangular distribution for the random parameters. Also, I keep two parameters fixed at 0: one on the upper bound, the other on the lower bound.
However, I have a problem with the random coefficient specification and interpretation.
In particular, if I don't divide the following formula by two, do I get half the range instead of the full range? Does the constrained bound affect the specification?

randcoeff[["x"]] = b_x_a + b_x_b * (draws_x_a + draws_x_b)


Thank you,
Marta

Re: Triangular distribution for random parameters

Posted: 24 Apr 2023, 18:15
by stephanehess
Hi

yes, b_x_b is in this case half the range

Stephane