Efficient classes of estimators in stratified random sampling (Q2254736)

Two generalized classes of estimators for the population mean are suggested in this paper, using auxiliary information in the framework of stratified random sampling. The bias and mean square error of the estimators in these classes are explored and an asymptotically optimum estimator in each class is proposed. The authors note that many known estimators are members of the two classes. Some efficiency comparisons have been made, followed by an empirical study.