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In linear regression, which term describes the variable whose value is being predicted?
In linear regression, which term describes the variable whose value is being predicted?
- Independent variable
- Covariate
- Predictor variable
- Response variable (correct)
What is the purpose of the “least squares” method in simple linear regression?
What is the purpose of the “least squares” method in simple linear regression?
- To maximize the sum of residuals.
- To minimize the sum of squared residuals. (correct)
- To maximize the number of predictors.
- To minimize the absolute value of residuals.
What is the role of coefficients (weights) in the linear equation produced by linear regression?
What is the role of coefficients (weights) in the linear equation produced by linear regression?
- To represent the error term in the prediction.
- To standardize the dependent variable.
- To normalize the input data.
- To quantify the strength and direction of the relationship between independent and dependent variables. (correct)
Why is linear regression considered a long-established statistical procedure advantageous?
Why is linear regression considered a long-established statistical procedure advantageous?
In the context of linear regression, what is the design matrix?
In the context of linear regression, what is the design matrix?
How does multiple linear regression differ from simple linear regression?
How does multiple linear regression differ from simple linear regression?
Which of the following equations represents a multiple linear regression model?
Which of the following equations represents a multiple linear regression model?
In polynomial linear regression, what transformation is applied to the independent variable?
In polynomial linear regression, what transformation is applied to the independent variable?
Given a polynomial linear regression model $y = \theta_0 + \theta_1 * x + \theta_2 * x^2$, what does the term $\theta_2$ represent?
Given a polynomial linear regression model $y = \theta_0 + \theta_1 * x + \theta_2 * x^2$, what does the term $\theta_2$ represent?
When fitting a polynomial regression model, how does increasing the degree of the polynomial affect the model's fit to the data?
When fitting a polynomial regression model, how does increasing the degree of the polynomial affect the model's fit to the data?
What is the primary goal of using a cost function in linear regression?
What is the primary goal of using a cost function in linear regression?
In the context of cost functions for linear regression, what does Mean Squared Error (MSE) measure?
In the context of cost functions for linear regression, what does Mean Squared Error (MSE) measure?
How is Mean Absolute Error (MAE) different from Mean Squared Error (MSE) as a cost function?
How is Mean Absolute Error (MAE) different from Mean Squared Error (MSE) as a cost function?
What is the purpose of Gradient Descent in the context of linear regression?
What is the purpose of Gradient Descent in the context of linear regression?
Stochastic Gradient Descent (SGD) differs from standard Gradient Descent (GD) mainly in:
Stochastic Gradient Descent (SGD) differs from standard Gradient Descent (GD) mainly in:
Which of the following is true about Mini-batch Gradient Descent?
Which of the following is true about Mini-batch Gradient Descent?
What does the learning rate ($\alpha$) control in Gradient Descent?
What does the learning rate ($\alpha$) control in Gradient Descent?
In Gradient Descent, what is the consequence of setting the learning rate ($\alpha$) too large?
In Gradient Descent, what is the consequence of setting the learning rate ($\alpha$) too large?
What is a common strategy for choosing an appropriate learning rate ($\alpha$) for Gradient Descent?
What is a common strategy for choosing an appropriate learning rate ($\alpha$) for Gradient Descent?
In the context of Gradient Descent, what does it mean for J($\theta$) to decrease on every iteration for a sufficiently small learning rate?
In the context of Gradient Descent, what does it mean for J($\theta$) to decrease on every iteration for a sufficiently small learning rate?
Why is feature scaling important in linear regression with gradient descent?
Why is feature scaling important in linear regression with gradient descent?
What is the purpose of mean normalization in feature scaling?
What is the purpose of mean normalization in feature scaling?
Which formula accurately reflects mean normalization?
Which formula accurately reflects mean normalization?
What is a limitation of 'Batch' Gradient Descent?
What is a limitation of 'Batch' Gradient Descent?
If a linear regression model underfits the training data, what could be a potential solution?
If a linear regression model underfits the training data, what could be a potential solution?
What does the hypothesis function $h_\theta(x)$ represent in linear regression?
What does the hypothesis function $h_\theta(x)$ represent in linear regression?
In multiple linear regression, why is it important to consider interaction terms (e.g., $x_1 * x_2$) between independent variables?
In multiple linear regression, why is it important to consider interaction terms (e.g., $x_1 * x_2$) between independent variables?
Suppose you are using gradient descent for linear regression and notice that the cost function, J($\theta$), increases over several iterations. What is a likely cause?
Suppose you are using gradient descent for linear regression and notice that the cost function, J($\theta$), increases over several iterations. What is a likely cause?
You have a dataset with housing prices and features like size (in square feet) and the number of bedrooms and notice that these are on very different scales. What preprocessing step should you perform?
You have a dataset with housing prices and features like size (in square feet) and the number of bedrooms and notice that these are on very different scales. What preprocessing step should you perform?
In linear regression, what does a high value of the cost function typically indicate?
In linear regression, what does a high value of the cost function typically indicate?
What kind of problems can Linear Regression be applied to?
What kind of problems can Linear Regression be applied to?
In the Multiple Linear Regression formula $h_\theta(x) = \theta_0 + \theta_1x_1 + \theta_2x_2 + ... + \theta_nx_n$, what happens if $x_0 = 1$?
In the Multiple Linear Regression formula $h_\theta(x) = \theta_0 + \theta_1x_1 + \theta_2x_2 + ... + \theta_nx_n$, what happens if $x_0 = 1$?
What is supervised learning?
What is supervised learning?
Which process is best suited for a high number of examples?
Which process is best suited for a high number of examples?
The learning rate is a hyperparameter that controls how much to change the model in response to the estimated error each time the model weights are updated. Is it useful if:
The learning rate is a hyperparameter that controls how much to change the model in response to the estimated error each time the model weights are updated. Is it useful if:
What is relatively easier to work with?
What is relatively easier to work with?
The cost function is very crucial in linear regression. It accounts for which element?
The cost function is very crucial in linear regression. It accounts for which element?
In the simultaneous update:
temp0 := 00 – a * ∂/∂00*J(00, 01)
temp1 := 01 – a * ∂/∂01*J(00, 01)
00 := temp0
01 := temp1
What does the element a represent?
In the simultaneous update:
temp0 := 00 – a * ∂/∂00*J(00, 01)
temp1 := 01 – a * ∂/∂01*J(00, 01)
00 := temp0
01 := temp1
What does the element a represent?
When is linear regression useful?
When is linear regression useful?
What is the risk of a very large learning rate (alpha)?
What is the risk of a very large learning rate (alpha)?
Flashcards
Linear Regression Model
Linear Regression Model
Describes the relationship between a dependent variable and independent variables.
Dependent Variable
Dependent Variable
The variable being predicted in a linear regression model.
Independent Variables
Independent Variables
Variables used to predict the dependent variable.
Covariates
Covariates
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Predictor Variables
Predictor Variables
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Design Matrix
Design Matrix
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Coefficients (Weights)
Coefficients (Weights)
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Linear Regression Goal
Linear Regression Goal
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Least Squares Method
Least Squares Method
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Mean Squared Error (MSE)
Mean Squared Error (MSE)
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Mean Absolute Error (MAE)
Mean Absolute Error (MAE)
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Gradient Descent (GD)
Gradient Descent (GD)
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Stochastic GD (SGD)
Stochastic GD (SGD)
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Mini-batch GD
Mini-batch GD
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Learning Rate
Learning Rate
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Feature Scaling (Normalization)
Feature Scaling (Normalization)
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Mean normalization
Mean normalization
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Simple Linear Regression
Simple Linear Regression
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Multiple Linear Regression
Multiple Linear Regression
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Polynomial Linear Regression
Polynomial Linear Regression
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Batch Gradient Descent
Batch Gradient Descent
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Study Notes
Linear Regression Overview
- Linear regression shows the relationship between a dependent variable (y) and one or more independent variables (X)
- The dependent variable is also called the response variable
- Independent variables are also called explanatory or predictor variables
- Continuous predictor variables are also called covariates
- Categorical predictor variables are also called factors/features/attributes
- The matrix X is called the design matrix
- The analysis estimates the coefficients (weights/synaptic weights - "theta” Ѳ ) of the linear equation
- The equation involves one or more independent variables that best predict the value of the dependent variable
- Linear regression fits a straight line or surface minimizing the discrepancies between predicted and actual output values
- Simple linear regression calculators use a “least squares” method to find the best-fit line for paired data to estimate X
Why Linear Regression is Important
- Linear regression models are simple and provide an easy-to-interpret mathematical formula for predictions
- Linear regression can be applied to business and academic study, including biological, behavioral, environmental, social sciences and business
- Linear-regression models have reliably predicted the future
- Linear regression is a long-established statistical procedure, with well-understood models that can be trained quickly
Linear Regression Types
- Simple Linear Regression (Univariate): y = θ₀ + θ₁ * x₁
- Multiple Linear Regression: y = θ₀ + θ₁ * x₁ + θ₂ * x₂ + ... + θₙ * xₙ
- Polynomial Linear Regression (Multivariate): y = θ₀ + θ₁ * x₁ + θ₂ * x₁² + ... + θₙ * x₁ⁿ
Real-World Impact
- An example was given, where you're holding a bag filled with $86,400, and suddenly, someone snatches $10 from it
- It was asked, would you drop everything, risk the rest, and sprint after them for that small amount?
- Imagine designing a machine learning model for an autonomous humanoid robot to handle such a situation.
- What threshold would you set for it to take action—burning energy and resources—to chase down the thief?
- Should it activate for every loss, or only when the stakes are high enough?
- How would you balance efficiency, decision-making, and resource management?
Project Proposal Structure
- Vital for gaining evaluators’/readers’/reviewers’ trust while convincing them the work is important/worth the investment
- Should show that you/your team can complete the proposed work
- Use bold fonts and highlight paragraph titles/sections
- Project proposal is central; should be writted first
- Can be an abbreviated version of the full project to guide implementation and writing
- Arial font, size 11, all margins 0.5", single spaced text 45-55 lines
Introductory Paragraph
- Introduces the research subject, capturing attention quickly
- Describes the significant gap in knowledge relating to the critical need of specific stakeholders/vendors Include the following in the introduction
- First Sentence/Hook: Briefly describe what the proposal is about, conveying importance/urgency
- Explain WHAT the research topic is and WHY it is critical
- What is Known: State current knowledge briefly (3-5 sentences) grounding reader in the research subject and providing necessary details
- Gap in Knowledge: Clearly state info that is not known and that your research will address
- The Critical Need: Present the knowledge (hypothesis-driven), or treatment that you propose to develop
- Emphasize the significance of the problem your are address, ensure your research proposes the next logical step
Second Paragraph
- The goal is to introduce the solution to fill the identified knowledge gap, convincing evaluators that you have the solution and expertise to achieve it
- Wording should be simple, relevant, and direct
- Include your long-term goal and how long your task will take
Aims (Goals)
- Briefly describe each aim to test your hypothesis; aims should be related but not dependent to avoid influencing others in cases of failure
- Describe the experimental approach and how each aim will help the bigger hypothesis, ideally with 2-4 aims described individually, for example:
- Giving each aim an active title that clearly states the objective in relationship to the hypothesis,
- With a summmary of the experimental approach and anticipated outcomes
- Including a smaller hypothesis and why the aim is valuable/testable and independent of the other points,
- Using headers and/or bullets to delineate each aim specifically
Final Paragraph
- Final paragraph is vital for the impact of your proposal, where you show the general information and global significance in relation to the fine details
- An hourglass has a narrow scope, and ending on fine details leaves it unstable/unsupported
- Include plain statements on innovation and outcomes, to highlight impact (new treatment/tool) for the people or subjects
Linear Regression Model
- Describes the relationship between a dependent variable (y) and one or more independent variables (X)
- The dependent variable is also called the response variable
- Independent variables are also called explanatory or predictor variables
- Continuous predictor variables are also called covariates
- Categorical predictor variables are also called factors/features/attributes
- The matrix X is the design matrix
- An analysis estimates the coefficients (weights/synaptic weights - "theta” Ѳ ) of the linear equation
- It involves one or more independent variables that best predict the value of the dependent variable
- It fits a straight line or surface to minimizes the discrepancies between predicted and actual output values
- Simple linear regression uses a “least squares” method to find the best-fit line for paired data to estimate X
Cost Function
- Aim is to choose θ₀, θ₁ so that h(subscript theta)(x) is close to y for training examples (x,y)
- J(θ₀, θ₁) or J(θ₁) need to be minimized
Simplified Cost Function
- h(subscript theta)(x) = θ₁x
- Goal and parameters of θ₁ are to be minimized
- Cost Function: J(θ₀, θ₁) = (1 / 2m) * Σ (h(subscript theta)(x^(i)) - y^(i))²*
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