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In statistics, a linear probability model (LPM) is a special case of a binary regression model. Here the dependent variable for each observation takes values which are either 0 or 1. The probability of observing a 0 or 1 in any one case is treated as depending on one or more explanatory variables. For the "linear probability model", this relationship is a particularly simple one, and allows the model to be fitted by linear regression. Wikipedia →

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  1. Read the overview: Linear probability modelA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: Robust Data-Driven Linear Power Flow Model With Probability Constrained Worst-Case ErrorsInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: A first course in linear model theoryThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: PRACTITIONERS CORNER: An Advantage of the Linear Probability Model over Probit or LogitCited 144 times
  5. Go sideways: Binomial regressionA closely related topic
  6. Go sideways: Multinomial logistic regressionA closely related topic

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