Regression Analysis Involves

question 68

Multiple Choice

Regression analysis involves:

• A) Creating a graph that shows changes across time
• B) Creating a test where people do not regress toward the mean
• C) A statistical procedure used to predict or explain the values of a dependent variable based on the values of one or more independent variables
• D) A statistical procedure for analyzing contingency table

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Definitions:

Comparable

Similar or equivalent in some respects, though not identical, typically used for assessment or comparison.

Control

In experimental design, control refers to an experimental group that does not receive any experimental treatment in order to provide a baseline for measuring changes that might occur in other groups. As a goal of research, control refers to gaining information about human behavior in order to be able to predict and control it.

Experimental Design

A research method involving the manipulation of one or more independent variables to determine their effect on dependent variables, allowing for control of confounding factors to establish causality.