endogeneity
/ˌɛndəʊdʒəˈniːɪti/
Definition
A statistical condition where an explanatory variable is correlated with the error term, making it difficult to determine whether that variable is actually the cause of an observed outcome.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek words 'endon' (within) and 'genes' (born or produced). In a statistical context, it refers to variables whose values are determined from within the system being studied.
In the news
The authors mention that endogeneity cannot be ruled out to warn readers that their statistical models show associations between variables rather than definitive proof of direct causation. This acknowledges potential limitations in how policy factors and economic outcomes influence each other in their study.
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