Term: Logarithmic Transformation

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2007-11-07

Definition:

This is the replacing of data values with the equivalent values in logarithm form. This type of transformation can make skewed data to be approximately normal.

Related terms 

• Transformation (Logarithmic)

References 

• Finlayson GS, Forget E, Ekuma O, Derksen S, Bond R, Martens P, De Coster C. Allocating Funds for Healthcare in Manitoba Regional Health Authorities: A First Step--Population-Based Funding. Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2007. [Report] [Summary] (View)