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Analytic Validity
Analytic Validity
Analytic Validity
- Establishments in the SynLBD are fully synthesized using statistical models
- The SynLBD contains no data from actual establishments
- Comparison at the establishment level shows SynLBD data differ substantially from the actual data
- Modeling preserves variable relationships while protecting establishment identity
- The SynLBD has not been fully validated
- Relationships between SynLBD variables may not correspond to the relationships in the underlying confidential microdata
- Validating all possible relationships between SynLBD variables has not been feasible
SynLBD Disclaimer
- Unless validated, there is no guarantee results from the SynLBD reflect results from the underlying confidential data
- Researchers are strongly encouraged to request result validation prior to publishing results based on the SynLBD
- Validation:
- Is part of an internal Census Bureau process to improve current beta data products
- Is free, as resources permit
- Follows established protocol
Page Last Revised - January 25, 2023
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