Least squares and minimum distance estimation in the three-parameter Weibull and Frechet models with applications to river drain data

After introducing three-Parameter Weibull and Frechet models we de:fine various least squares and minimum distance estimation methods in general. We then show how these methods can be applied to the Weibull and Frechet models and examine the quality of two special estimators in a small simulation study. These studies show that the estimators are a good alternative to already known estimators. Finally we discuss the application of the models to river drain data and some involved problems.