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14 - Bivariate Regression

from Part 4

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  01 November 2024

Daniel S. Scheller
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Texas Tech University
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This chapter is devoted to extensive instruction regarding bivariate regression, also known as ordinary least squares regression (OLS).Students are presented with a scatterplot of data with a best-fitting line drawn through it.They are instructed on how to calculate the equation of this line (least squares line) by hand and with the R Commander.Interpretation of the statistical output of the y-intercept, beta coefficient, and R-squared value are discussed.Statistical significance of the beta coefficient and its implications for the relationship between an independent and dependent variable are described.Finally, the use of the regression equation for prediction is illustrated.

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Elementary Statistics for Public Administration
An Applied Perspective
, pp. 271 - 298
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Print publication year: 2024

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  • Bivariate Regression
  • Daniel S. Scheller, Texas Tech University
  • Book: Elementary Statistics for Public Administration
  • Online publication: 01 November 2024
  • Chapter DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781009439930.017
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  • Bivariate Regression
  • Daniel S. Scheller, Texas Tech University
  • Book: Elementary Statistics for Public Administration
  • Online publication: 01 November 2024
  • Chapter DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781009439930.017
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  • Bivariate Regression
  • Daniel S. Scheller, Texas Tech University
  • Book: Elementary Statistics for Public Administration
  • Online publication: 01 November 2024
  • Chapter DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781009439930.017
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