New results from a beta-pareto class

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Makgai, Seitebaleng Littah
Bekker, Andriette, 1958-
Ferreira, Johannes Theodorus
Arashi, Mohammad

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South African Statistical Association

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In this paper, we propose new results on a beta-Pareto class. This extension evolved by using newly proposed class of beta distributions as generator distributions (F (x)) within the generator-parent approach: H (x) = F (G(x)) with G(x) the Pareto distribution as the parent distribution. Fundamental properties are studied, including moments and Rényi entropy. We illustrate the added value to the literature with a numerical example using hydrology data, indicating that this newly proposed class is a valid candidate to consider in modelling within the hydrology arena.

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Generalised beta type, Generator distribution, Kolmogorov-Smirnov measure, Parent distribution, Pareto

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Makgai, S.L., Bekker, A., Ferreira, J.T. & Arashi, M. 2017, 'New results from a beta-pareto class', South African Statistical Journal, vol. 51, pp. 345-360.