When Doing Regression, What Is the Convention Used for Assigning

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Short Answer

When doing regression, what is the convention used for assigning X and Y to the data?

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Definitions:

Excise Tax

A tax levied on specific goods or services at the point of manufacture, purchase, or sale, distinct from general sales taxes.

Incidence

The occurrence, rate, or frequency of a disease, crime, or something else undesirable.

Regressive Tax

A tax system where the tax rate decreases as the taxable amount increases, placing a higher relative burden on lower-income individuals.

Taxable Property

Property subject to taxation, such as real estate, vehicles, and personal possessions, depending on jurisdictional tax laws.