Term: Multiple Regression Analysis

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Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2006-06-01

Definition:

An extension of regression analysis that describes and tests the relationship between a dependent variable and a linear combination of several (explanatory) variables.

Related concepts 

• Logistic Regression
• Statistics for Large Databases

Related terms 

• Dummy Variables
• Generalized Linear Model (GLM)
• Logistic Regression
• Multi-collinearity
• Multicollinearity
• OLS Regression
• Regression Analysis
• Transformation (Logarithmic)

References 

• Hassard T. Understanding Biostatistics. 3rd ed. St. Louis, MI: Mosby-Year Book, Inc. 1991.(View)

Term used in 

• Frohlich N, Carriere KC. Issues in Developing Indicators for Needs-Based Funding. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy and Evaluation, 1997. [Report] [Summary] (View)
• Katz A, De Coster C, Bogdanovic B, Soodeen R, Chateau D. Using Administrative Data to Develop Indicators of Quality in Family Practice. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2004. [Report] [Summary] (View)