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REGRESSION
INTRODUCTION
Bivariate distribution-A distribution in which each
not true.
The reason for high degree of correlation between variables
factors.
Pure chance.
Methods of studying correlation
Commonly used methods for studying the correlation
between two variables are
Scatter diagram method.
method).
Two-way frequency table.
Rank method.
If all the points lie on a straight line starting form the
conditions
When actual ranks are given.
line.
Non-linear regression-If the regression curve is not a
straight line.
Correlation Vs. Regression Analysis
Correlation literally means the relationship between
two or more variables which vary. Regression means
stepping back or returning to the average value.