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Follow us Measuring Regional Variation in Sex Preference in China: A Cautionary Note
Xie, Yu. 1989. "Measuring Regional Variation in Sex Preference in China: A Cautionary Note." Social Science Research, 18(3): 291-305.
This paper critically examines the issue of measuring regional variation in sex preference in China. It demonstrates that the conclusion of previous research on this subject is largely an artifact that is due to floor and ceiling effects as well as sampling variability. This paper proposes alternative measures that are combined with statistical models. After correcting for floor and ceiling effects and considering sampling variability, it is shown that while sex preference undoubtedly exists in China, the degree of sex preference does not vary by region. Differentials are evident, however, by educational attainment and urban status.
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