a) What is simultaneity bias? Explain the conditions required for identification of parameters in a simultaneous equation model. b) In the following two-equation system check the identification status of both the equations. 𝑌1 =∝1+∝2 𝑌2 + 𝑢1 𝑌2 = 𝛽1 + 𝛽2𝑌1 + 𝛽3𝑍1 + 𝛽4𝑍2 + 𝑢2
Introduction Simultaneity bias and identification are two fundamental concepts in econometrics, particularly when dealing with simultaneous equation models (SEMs). SEMs occur when more than one endogenous variable is determined within a system of equations, causing problems in estimation using ordinary least squares (OLS). a) What is Simultaneity Bias? Simultaneity bias occurs when an explanatory variable […]

