Bayesian Sample Size Determination with Lowest Cost by Using Numerical Methods
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In this article, the method of determining the optimal sample size is based on Linex asymmetric loss function and has been expressed through Bayesian method for normal, Poisson and exponential distributions. The desirable sample size has been calculated through numerical method. In numerical method, the average posterior risk is calculated and then it is added to the Lindley linear cost function to achieve the average of the total cost. Then, the diagram of sample size is drawn in comparison to the average of total cost and eventually, the optimal sample size that minimizes the cost has been achieved.
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volume 21 issue 2
pages 25- 31
publication date 2017-03
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