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Exogenous Variable

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Exogenous variable
A variable whose value is determined outside the model in which it is used. Related: Endogenous variable

Exogenous Variable
In a model, any independent variable whose value is not determined by the model. An exogenous variable is not affected by the model, but still may determine the value of one or more dependent variables. See also: Endogenous variable.


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Independent variables in the model, denoted by the vector X, include all exogenous variables in the descriptive equation (benefits and the vector Z), plus a set of identifying variables discussed below.
Specifically, two regressions were conducted assessing the contribution from each exogenous variable to each endogenous variable.
The exogenous variable - the "X factor," if you will - is presidential leadership.
 
 
 
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