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Application of a Jitter Function to Mask Sensitive Data

Data on the Portal are aggregated, which protects the privacy of individuals in large groups; however, individuals in small groups may still be identifiable. To protect the privacy of these individuals, POC has adopted a randomization method. This bulletin summaries the statistical method.

Partners for Our Children. (2013, February). Application of a Jitter Function to Mask Senstive Data.

jitterfunction_technicalbulletin.pdf