How to find limit of hazard function

In summary, the conversation is discussing a limit equation involving the integral of a function, with a variable T tending to infinity. However, there is confusion about the function \lambda and its relationship to T. The limit does not exist or approaches infinity, depending on the function of T.
  • #1
rawand
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lim(∫λu du)

when limit T tend to infinity and ∫ between 0 to t
 
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  • #2
You need to clarify. T, t, λ.
 
  • #3
FR=λ(t)
λ(t)>= 0
whay
lim∫λ(u)du→∞
not:lim(t → ∞)
∫ btween(0,t)

please i have test
thanks
 
  • #4
That makes it even more non-understandable. At first you had [itex]\int \lambda u du[/itex] but then you say "[itex]FR= \lambda(t)[/itex]. You hadn't mentioned "FR" before and now it looks like [itex]\lambda[/itex] is a function of t (by which I guess you mean "T", the upper limit in the original integral.

What you first posted, [itex]\lim_{T\to\infty}\int_0^T \lambda u du[/itex] is fairly easy.
[tex]\lambda\int_0^T udu= \lambda T^2/2[/tex].
That limit, as T goes to infinity, does not exist. (Or the limit is "infinity" which just says it does not exist for a particular reason- it grows without bound.)

The second one you posted depends upon exactly what function of T [itex]\lambda[/itex] is.
 
  • #5
Hey rawand and welcome to the forums.

Just out of curiosity, does T refer to the resolution of the hazard function? (Higher t means more values between 0 and t)
 

Related to How to find limit of hazard function

1. What is a hazard function?

A hazard function is a mathematical concept used in survival analysis to describe the instantaneous rate of failure or risk of an event occurring at a specific point in time.

2. Why is it important to find the limit of a hazard function?

Finding the limit of a hazard function helps to determine the long-term behavior of the event being studied, such as the probability of survival or failure over time. It is also used to make predictions and inform decision-making in various fields, including medicine, engineering, and finance.

3. How is the limit of a hazard function calculated?

The limit of a hazard function is typically calculated using mathematical techniques such as calculus and probability theory. It involves finding the asymptotic behavior of the hazard function as time approaches infinity.

4. What factors can affect the limit of a hazard function?

The limit of a hazard function can be affected by various factors, including the underlying distribution of event times, the presence of competing risks, and the type of censoring in the data. Other factors, such as changes in population demographics or interventions, may also impact the hazard function's limit.

5. What are some limitations of using the limit of a hazard function?

While the limit of a hazard function can provide valuable insights, it is important to note that it is based on assumptions and simplifications of the underlying data. Additionally, the limit may not accurately reflect the true behavior of the event being studied, especially if there are significant changes in the population or environment over time.

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