On the Properties of Beta-Gamma Distribution

Lingji Kong, Carl Lee, Jungsywan H. Sepanski

Journal of Modern Applied Statistical Methods · 2007 · 65 citations · 8 references

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Abstract

A class of generalized gamma distribution called the beta-gamma distribution is proposed. Some of its properties are examined. Its shape can be reversed J-shaped, unimodal, or bimodal. Reliability and hazard functions are also derived, and applications are discussed.

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