Five period measures of longevity
This study provides a summary of recently proposed alternatives period measures of "longevity" and assesses whether empirical differences between these measures are consistent with predictions from analytic studies. Particular attention is given to the tempo effect. Three of the five perio...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research
2005-11-01
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Series: | Demographic Research |
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Online Access: | http://www.demographic-research.org/volumes/vol13/21/ |