Wilks's theorem

proper noun

A theorem relating to the distribution of the likelihood ratio.

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Meanings

proper noun
  1. mathematicsA theorem relating to the distribution of the likelihood ratio.

Origin

Attributed to Samuel S. Wilks.

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APA

Wilks's theorem. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/Wilks's%20theorem

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“Wilks's theorem.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/Wilks's%20theorem. Accessed November 4, 2026.

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