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Note on the Comparison of Some Outlier Labeling Techniques

N. P. Olewuezi

Abstract

Problem statement: Methods proposed for estimating and resolving outliers are compared. Approach: In this respect, we exploit three well-known classifiers for identifying outliers to establish guidelines for the choice of outlier detection methods. Results: It was shown that the standard deviation is inappropriate to use here because it is highly sensitive to extreme values. Conclusion/Recommendations: The result of these estimated outliers is a better way of resolving large population.

Journal of Mathematics and Statistics
Volume 7 No. 4, 2011, 353-355

DOI: https://doi.org/10.3844/jmssp.2011.353.355

Published On: 18 November 2011

How to Cite: Olewuezi, N. P. (2011). Note on the Comparison of Some Outlier Labeling Techniques. Journal of Mathematics and Statistics, 7(4), 353-355. https://doi.org/10.3844/jmssp.2011.353.355

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Keywords

  • Outlier detection
  • detection methods
  • extreme values
  • Standard Deviation (SD)
  • Median Absolute Deviation (MAD)
  • breakdown point
  • labeling methods