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What is the primary purpose of linear regression?
What is the primary purpose of linear regression?
- To predict a continuous numeric data element (correct)
- To categorize observations into distinct groups
- To estimate a two-valued variable
- To reduce the number of numeric variables needed for analysis
Which method is utilized for predicting a two-valued variable?
Which method is utilized for predicting a two-valued variable?
- Clustering
- Logistic Regression (correct)
- Linear Regression
- Factor Analysis
What does factor analysis primarily do?
What does factor analysis primarily do?
- Estimates the value of a multivalued variable
- Generates association rules
- Forms groups of very similar observations
- Identifies common and unique sources of variability (correct)
Decision trees are primarily used for which type of variable prediction?
Decision trees are primarily used for which type of variable prediction?
The main goal of clustering analysis is to:
The main goal of clustering analysis is to:
Association rules are useful for identifying:
Association rules are useful for identifying:
Which technique creates new variables, called factors, from existing numeric variables?
Which technique creates new variables, called factors, from existing numeric variables?
Which data mining technique is best for visually representing decision rules?
Which data mining technique is best for visually representing decision rules?
What types of databases can be considered traditional data for mining?
What types of databases can be considered traditional data for mining?
Which of the following is an example of advanced data sets used in data mining?
Which of the following is an example of advanced data sets used in data mining?
What type of data is characterized by having a flexible schema and includes formats like XML and JSON?
What type of data is characterized by having a flexible schema and includes formats like XML and JSON?
In data mining, what is the term used to describe a single entity represented in a dataset?
In data mining, what is the term used to describe a single entity represented in a dataset?
Which type of database could be classified as unstructured data?
Which type of database could be classified as unstructured data?
What is the primary benefit of tabular data in the context of machine learning?
What is the primary benefit of tabular data in the context of machine learning?
Which of the following data types is best suited for representing information involving both time and space?
Which of the following data types is best suited for representing information involving both time and space?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of unstructured data?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of unstructured data?
What is an example of a feature representation in a data mining context?
What is an example of a feature representation in a data mining context?
Which of the following represents relationships in data, often visualized as nodes and connections?
Which of the following represents relationships in data, often visualized as nodes and connections?
What does OLAP primarily enable users to do?
What does OLAP primarily enable users to do?
Which type of OLAP uses a specialized multidimensional database?
Which type of OLAP uses a specialized multidimensional database?
What are the three factors considered in multidimensionality?
What are the three factors considered in multidimensionality?
Where does the data in a multidimensional database come from?
Where does the data in a multidimensional database come from?
What defines a star schema in database design?
What defines a star schema in database design?
What is a data cube used for in multidimensional databases?
What is a data cube used for in multidimensional databases?
Which of the following best describes Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)?
Which of the following best describes Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)?
What structure do fact constellations in databases typically utilize?
What structure do fact constellations in databases typically utilize?
What is one potential consequence of deleting outliers in data mining?
What is one potential consequence of deleting outliers in data mining?
Which outlier detection technique focuses on deviations from a standard distribution?
Which outlier detection technique focuses on deviations from a standard distribution?
What action should be taken if cases fall outside the required sample universe?
What action should be taken if cases fall outside the required sample universe?
In which outlier detection approach are objects considered outliers if they are not part of any identified clusters?
In which outlier detection approach are objects considered outliers if they are not part of any identified clusters?
Which of the following describes a density based outlier detection method?
Which of the following describes a density based outlier detection method?
What demographic factors are explored in understanding the ride share program's usage?
What demographic factors are explored in understanding the ride share program's usage?
When are bicycles more likely to be checked out according to the data exploration?
When are bicycles more likely to be checked out according to the data exploration?
What reasons are identified for why people check out bikes?
What reasons are identified for why people check out bikes?
How do weather and traffic conditions likely impact bike usage?
How do weather and traffic conditions likely impact bike usage?
Which factor is suggested to affect the number of bikes being checked out?
Which factor is suggested to affect the number of bikes being checked out?
Which locations are more likely to have higher bike usage?
Which locations are more likely to have higher bike usage?
What is the benefit highlighted for using bikes in Boston?
What is the benefit highlighted for using bikes in Boston?
What kind of data considerations are important for analyzing bike usage?
What kind of data considerations are important for analyzing bike usage?
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Study Notes
Data Mining Techniques
- Linear Regression: Utilized for predicting continuous numeric values by combining other numeric data elements.
- Logistic Regression: Employed for estimating binary outcomes using numeric data elements.
- Factor Analysis: Identifies sources of variability and reduces dimensionality by creating new variables (factors) from original numeric variables.
- Decision Trees: Predicts multivalued variables via graphical tree structures by creating decision rules based on data splits.
- Clustering: Groups similar observations based on multiple numeric data elements.
- Association Rules: Generates statistical rules to identify relationships and frequency measures within data.
Data Mining Applications
- Traditional Data: Includes relational databases, data warehouses, and transactional databases.
- Advanced Data: Encompasses data streams, sensor data, time-series data, structured and unstructured data, and social networks.
- Spatiotemporal and Multimedia Data: Facilitates analysis across time and space, incorporating various media types and text databases.
Data Representations
- Tabular Data: Ideal for machine learning, features a defined schema for structured data analysis.
- Semi-Structured Data: Utilizes formats like XML and JSON for flexible data representation.
- Unstructured Data: Comprises images, text, and video lacking formal structure.
Data Exploration and Question Refinement
- Who uses the bikes? Demographics such as gender and age.
- Where are the bikes checked out? Locations compared between different cities and user types.
- When are bikes checked out? Frequency patterns across days of the week and times of day.
- Why are bikes used? Usage purposes including recreation and commuting.
- How are demographics, weather, or traffic affecting bike usage? Investigate correlations significant to user behavior.
Online Analytical Processing (OLAP)
- OLAP: Supports end-users in exploring data and generating reports rapidly through interactive querying systems.
- MOLAP: Applies multidimensional databases for pre-aggregated data, enabling quick analysis via cube structures.
Multidimensionality in Data
- Organizes data to allow cross-analysis across multiple dimensions, such as time, geography, and various metrics.
- Focuses on dimensions, measures, and time within analytics frameworks.
Database Structures
- Multidimensional Database: Tailored for fast analysis, sourcing data from data warehouses, often visualized as data cubes.
- Star Schema: Consists of a single fact table linked to multiple dimension tables, promoting efficient querying and analyses.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Evaluates business performance across different measures and dimensions, such as comparing year-over-year sales and regional profit analysis.
- Acknowledges that outliers can distort analysis, leading to careful detection and treatment to preserve valuable data insights.
Outlier Detection Techniques
- Types of Outlier Detection:
- Univariate: Focuses on a single variable.
- Multivariate: Considers multiple variables simultaneously.
- Methodologies:
- Distribution-based: Identifies outliers based on deviations from standard distributions.
- Statistical-based: Extends distribution methods for broader application.
- Clustering-based: Recognizes outliers that don’t fit established clusters.
- Density-based: Detects outliers in regions of low data density.
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