In which of the following cases would you want to estimate a Poisson model?
A)When individuals non-randomly select different outcomes of the dependent variable.
B)When you are attempting to replicate a randomized clinical trial.
C)When you are dealing with non-negative count data.
D)When you suspect that the marginal effects are different for different values of the dependent variable.

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A Poisson model is appropriate for non-negative count data, where the mean and variance of the dependent variable are equal. Examples of such data could include the number of accidents per day or the number of defects in a manufacturing process. The other options listed do not necessarily require a Poisson model.

In Which of the Following Cases Would You Want to Estimate