Categorical Variables in DEA

Finn Førsund

International Journal of Business and Economics, 2002, vol. 1, issue 1, 33-44

Abstract: The standard DEA model can be applied to a mix of categorical and continuous variables by entering all combinations of them as different types of inputs and/or outputs. Theoretical implications for the nature of feasible peers are investigated.

Keywords: categorical variable; DEA; efficiency; linear programming; peer (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: C61 D24 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2002
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