Linear Regression Analysis Flashcards

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It attempts to model the relationship between two variables by fitting a linear equation to observe data. One variable is considered to be an explanatory/independent variable, and the other is considered to be a dependent variable.

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Linear Regression

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It is the slope of the line

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b

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3
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a or blank is the value of y when x=0

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intercept

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4
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A linear regression line has an equation in the form of?

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Y=a+bX

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Used when you want to predict the value of a variable based on the value of another variable, using one independent variable.

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Simple Linear Regression

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It is the explanatory/independent variable.

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X

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It is the dependent variable.

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Y

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formula of b

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B=n(Σxy)-(Σx)(Σy)
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n(Σx²)-(Σx)²

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9
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formula of a

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a= (Σy)-b(Σx)/n

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10
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Note: What is trying to find is usually the dependent variable.

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Y

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