
Why are regression problems called "regression" problems?
I was just wondering why regression problems are called "regression" problems. What is the story behind the name? One definition for regression: "Relapse to a less perfect or developed state."
regression - What does it mean to regress a variable against …
Dec 4, 2014 · When we say, to regress Y Y against X X, do we mean that X X is the independent variable and Y the dependent variable? i.e. Y = aX + b Y = a X + b.
How to describe or visualize a multiple linear regression model
I'm trying to fit a multiple linear regression model to my data with couple of input parameters, say 3.
regression - Difference between forecast and prediction ... - Cross ...
I was wondering what difference and relation are between forecast and prediction? Especially in time series and regression? For example, am I correct that: In time series, forecasting seems …
Can I merge multiple linear regressions into one regression?
Oct 3, 2021 · Although one can compute a single regression for all data points, if you include model assumptions such as i.i.d. normal errors, the model for all points combined can't be …
Transforming variables for multiple regression in R
I am trying to perform a multiple regression in R. However, my dependent variable has the following plot: Here is a scatterplot matrix with all my variables (WAR is the dependent …
How do I fit a constrained regression in R so that coefficients total ...
I see a similar constrained regression here: Constrained linear regression through a specified point but my requirement is slightly different. I need the coefficients to add up to 1. Specifically...
Multivariate multiple regression in R - Cross Validated
For type I SS, the restricted model in a regression analysis for your first predictor c is the null-model which only uses the absolute term: lm(Y ~ 1), where Y in your case would be the …
Sample size for logistic regression? - Cross Validated
Sample size calculation for logistic regression is a complex problem, but based on the work of Peduzzi et al. (1996) the following guideline for a minimum number of cases to include in your …
What are the advantages of stepwise regression?
Jun 10, 2016 · I am experimenting with stepwise regression for the sake of diversity in my approach to the problem. So, I have 2 questions: What are the advantages of stepwise …