Document (#19037)

Author

Bookstein, A.
Wright, B.

Title

Ambiguity in measurement

Source

Scientometrics. 40(1997) no.3, S.369-384

Year

1997

Abstract

Gives an overview of the role of ambiguity in measurement and explores analytical methods for exploring its impact. Argues that certain functional forms are more resilient than others to problems of ambiguity, and that these should be preferred when ambiguity is a serious concern

Footnote

Extends the keynote address delivered at the 6th conference of the International Society for Scientometrics and Informetrics, Jerusalem, 16-19 June 1997

Theme

Informetrie

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