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SINGLE POINT ESTIMATE [1 record]

Record 1 2014-01-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Statistical Methods
  • Statistical Surveys
DEF

A numerical value obtained in a sample and considered the best estimate of the population from which the sample is taken.

OBS

For example, x and s are point estimates of µ and [sigma], which represent the mean and the standard deviation. A confidence interval is typically constructed around the point estimate.

OBS

[A point estimate] is the single best estimate of a population value when determined by a sample.

OBS

point estimate: term and definition standardized by the Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Glossary English Editorial Board and the Translation Bureau.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Méthodes statistiques
  • Sondages et enquêtes (Statistique)
DEF

Valeur numérique obtenue dans un échantillon et considérée comme la meilleure estimation du paramètre de la population d'où provient l'échantillon.

OBS

Par exemple, x et s sont des estimations ponctuelles de μ et de [sigma] qui représentent la moyenne et l'écart type. On construit habituellement un intervalle de confiance autour de l'estimation ponctuelle.

OBS

estimation ponctuelle : terme et définition normalisés par l'Institut national d'excellence en santé et en services sociaux (INESSS) et le Bureau de la traduction.

Spanish

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