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September 2006 Subjective Bayesian Analysis: Principles and Practice
Michael Goldstein
Bayesian Anal. 1(3): 403-420 (September 2006). DOI: 10.1214/06-BA116

Abstract

We address the position of subjectivism within Bayesian statistics. We argue, first, that the subjectivist Bayes approach is the only feasible method for tackling many important practical problems. Second, we describe the essential role of the subjectivist approach in scientific analysis. Third, we consider possible modifications to the Bayesian approach from a subjectivist viewpoint. Finally, we address the issue of pragmatism in implementing the subjectivist approach.

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Michael Goldstein. "Subjective Bayesian Analysis: Principles and Practice." Bayesian Anal. 1 (3) 403 - 420, September 2006. https://doi.org/10.1214/06-BA116

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Published: September 2006
First available in Project Euclid: 22 June 2012

zbMATH: 1331.62047
MathSciNet: MR2221272
Digital Object Identifier: 10.1214/06-BA116

Keywords: coherency , exchangeability , high reliability testing , objective Bayes , physical model analysis , temporal sure preference

Rights: Copyright © 2006 International Society for Bayesian Analysis

Vol.1 • No. 3 • September 2006
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