Inference about clustering and parametric assumptions in covariance matrix estimation

Selecting an estimator for the covariance matrix of a regression’s parameter estimates is an important step in hypothesis testing. From less to more robust estimators, the choices available to researchers include Eicker/White heteroskedasticity-robust estimator, cluster-robust estimator, and multi-way cluster-robust estimator. The rationale for choosing a less robust covariance matrix estimator is that tests conducted using this estimator can...