Problem Set - Extra Credit

Important

Due May 4 at 11:59 pm on Canvas

Use the RMarkdown file provided (.Rmd extension) and write your answers and code in the spaces provided. Submit the PDF that is “knitted.”

Files

  1. Problem Set - PDF
  2. RMardown file

Purpose

This problem set will help you asses your knowledge about:

  1. Estimating average treatment effects with linear regression
  2. Assess the statistical significance of the results
  3. Evaluate the internal and external validity of a study

Criteria for success

In addition to providing the correct code and/or answer, a successful problem set will:

  1. Have clear explanations that demonstrate your knowledge of the material
  2. Use the “comment out” function to explain what the code is doing