On the Generalized Lognormal Distribution

Abstract

This paper introduces, investigates, and discusses the -order generalized lognormal distribution (-GLD). Under certain values of the extra shape parameter , the usual lognormal, log-Laplace, and log-uniform distribution, are obtained, as well as the degenerate Dirac distribution. The shape of all the members of the -GLD family is extensively discussed. The cumulative distribution function is evaluated through the generalized error function, while series expansion forms are derived. Moreover, the moments for the -GLD are also studied.