A test of independence of discounting from quality of life

► We propose a new test for measuring independence of discounting from quality of life. ► We use a large sample of Dutch citizens. ► 2 health states better than dead (BTD) and 1 worse than dead (WTD) are included. ► Independence is rejected between BTD and WTD states, but not within BTD states. ► We conclude that independence holds when only using BTD health states.