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DEA and stochastic frontiers are two alternative methods for estimating frontier functions and thereby measuring efficiency of production. DEA involves the use of linear programming whereas stochastic frontiers involve the use of econometric methods.
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Coelli, T., Rao, D.S.P., Battese, G.E. (1998). Efficiency Measurement Using Stochastic Frontiers. In: An Introduction to Efficiency and Productivity Analysis. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-5493-6_8
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