linear regression
linear regression · linear regressions
A linear equation for deriving a single predicted value from one or more known…A linear equation for deriving a single predicted value from one or more known explanatory values.
» The linear regression showed that race was tied to mental health outcomes.
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1 sensesA linear equation for deriving a single predicted value from one or more known explanatory values.
More definitions
- the relation between variables when the regression equation is linear: e.g., y = ax + b
Examples
1 sentencesThe linear regression showed that race was tied to mental health outcomes.
Translations
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plural: linear regressions| Singular | linear regression |
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Synonyms
1 synonymsClose in meaning
- the relation between variables when the regression equation is linear: e.g., y = ax + b:rectilinear regression
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