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Resolved: log-likelihood
since the log-likelihood is always negative and numerically speaking the bigger a negative number the smaller it it. so when you say it should be big >> are we talking about the absolute value or not >> is it better to get -23 or -400
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Hi Doaa!
Thanks for reaching out!
When comparing log-likelihood values, we don't consider the absolute values. Instead, we look at the raw values themselves.
A log-likelihood value that is closer to zero (less negative) indicates a better fit.Therefore, a log-likelihood of -23 is better than a log-likelihood of -400 because -23 is closer to zero.
So, when we say the log-likelihood should be big, we are referring to the raw value being closer to zero, not the absolute value.
Hope this helps.
Best,
Ivan
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