The Purpose of Regression Analysis Is to Find a Mathematical

question 56

Multiple Choice

The purpose of regression analysis is to find a mathematical relationship that allows us to:

• A)predict the value of an independent variable based on the value of a dependent variable.
• B)predict the value of a dependent variable based on the value of an independent variable.
• C)determine whether the average value of one variable, x, differs significantly from the average value of another variable, y.
• D)determine whether two events X and Y are statistically dependent or statistically independent.
• E)determine whether there is a cause-and effect relationship between two variables.

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Stimulus

In classical conditioning, a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without any need for learning.

Learned By Association

The process of forming connections between stimuli and responses, typically through conditioning.

Ivan Pavlov

A Russian physiologist known for his work in classical conditioning, demonstrating how stimuli can trigger conditioned responses in dogs.

Observational Learning

A learning process through watching the behaviors of others and the outcomes of those behaviors.