Regression Flashcards

1
Q

Regression

A

a way to find a pattern in non-linear relationships

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2
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The regression line

A

Y = a + (b x X)

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3
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Y

A

to be predicted variable

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4
Q

a

A

y intercept

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5
Q

b

A

strength and direction of the relationship

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6
Q

X

A

predictor variable

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7
Q

TRUE or FALSE - we can assume cause and effect in correlation and regression

A

FALSE - there is no way to guess directionality

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