Summary
Various aspects of a model for key factor analysis (Manly, 1977a) are discussed. Equations for estimating the parameters of the model are given. The jackknife method is suggested for obtaining standard errors for estimators. The case of circular populations (where the adults in one generation produce all the individuals alive at the start of the next, generation) is considered. A computer program is described.
Varley et al.’s (1973) data on the winter moth is used for illustrative purposes.
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Manly, B.F.J. A note on key factor analysis. Res Popul Ecol 21, 30–39 (1979). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02512637
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