Simple, Multiple & Binary Logistic Regression
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In the context of linear regression, what is the primary difference between correlation and regression analysis?

  • Correlation describes the strength and direction of a relationship, while regression predicts the value of a dependent variable based on one or more independent variables. (correct)
  • Correlation requires designed experiments to establish relationships, whereas regression only needs observational data.
  • Regression describes the strength and direction of a relationship, while correlation predicts the value of a dependent variable based on one or more independent variables.
  • There is no discernible difference; the terms can be used interchangeably in statistical analysis.

In a regression model, what does a high $R^2$ value, close to 1, typically indicate?

  • The absence of any relationship between the variables.
  • An excellent fit of the model to the data. (correct)
  • A poor fit of the model to the data.
  • A weak linear relationship between the variables.

What is the role of $R^2$-adjusted in multiple linear regression, and why is it often preferred over the regular $R^2$?

  • $R^2$-adjusted measures the correlation between the independent variables and is always higher than $R^2$
  • $R^2$-adjusted accounts for the number of predictors in the model, providing a more accurate measure of the model's explanatory power, especially with multiple variables. (correct)
  • $R^2$-adjusted is used to assess differences across test and control groups and is preferred because it eliminates bias.
  • $R^2$-adjusted estimates the intercept of the regression line and is preferred because it simplifies calculations.

In simple linear regression, if the equation of the trendline is given by $Y = 1.5X + 5$, how would you interpret the intercept?

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What does an adjusted $R^2$ value of less than 0.33 generally suggest about a regression model?

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In the context of linear regression, what is the null hypothesis ($H_0$) typically tested?

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What is a critical consideration when assessing differences across test and control groups using linear regression?

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If a scatterplot shows data points widely dispersed with no discernible pattern, what would you expect the $R^2$ value to be?

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In the context of linear regression, what does 'Y' typically represent?

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How does the concept of 'multiple R correlation' relate to the strength of the linear relationship in a regression model?

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What is a key characteristic that distinguishes a case-control study from other observational studies?

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Which study design is generally considered the weakest form of evidence for establishing cause-and-effect relationships?

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A researcher aims to study the long-term effects of a new drug on a specific disease. Which study design would be most appropriate for this?

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What is a primary limitation of case series studies?

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In the context of medical research, what does 'matching' refer to in case-control studies?

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What is the main purpose of critically appraising literature in evidence-based practice?

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Which of the following study designs is considered experimental?

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A clinician observes a rare side effect in a patient undergoing treatment for a novel disease and writes a detailed report. Which type of study is this?

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In multiple linear regression, what purpose do confounders serve when included as control variables?

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When interpreting the results of a multiple linear regression, on which p-value should analysts focus?

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What does a p-value of 0.03 signify in the context of statistical analysis, assuming a significance level of 0.05?

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Assuming a significance level of 0.05, which p-value suggests that the outcome is approaching statistical significance?

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Which of the following correlation coefficients indicates the strongest linear relationship between two variables?

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What does a very low p-value in an ANOVA test generally indicate?

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In the context of regression analysis, what does 'Ordinary Least Squares' (OLS) refer to?

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If a regression model shows no significant linear relationship between two variables, what conclusion can be drawn?

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In the context of multiple linear regression (MLR), what distinguishes an independent variable from a dependent variable?

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When conducting a multiple linear regression (MLR), what is the primary purpose of accounting for cofounders?

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In the equation for multiple linear regression, $Y = a + b_1X_1 + b_2X_2 + ...$, what does 'a' represent?

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What statistical criterion is typically used to determine if an independent variable in a multiple linear regression model is a significant predictor of the dependent variable?

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What role does a mediator variable play in a causal chain between an independent and dependent variable?

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In the context of mediation analysis, what does it mean for an independent variable to affect a dependent variable 'through' a mediator?

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What is the primary purpose of controlling for variables in a statistical model?

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What is a key distinction between a cofounder and a mediator variable in the context of statistical modeling?

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What is the primary goal when establishing 'exposed' versus 'non-exposed' groups in an observational study?

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What is the key characteristic that distinguishes a prospective study from a retrospective study?

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Which study design provides the strongest evidence for causation?

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In experimental studies involving human participants, what is a critical requirement for the groups being compared?

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Why is a 'washout period' necessary in crossover studies?

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In the context of heart disease research, which scenario exemplifies a retrospective study?

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A researcher aims to evaluate a new drug designed to lower blood pressure. Considering the need for strong evidence of causation, which research method is most appropriate?

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In a crossover study that investigates a new treatment for insomnia, participants receive both the active drug and a placebo at different times. What is the most important consideration when determining the length of the 'washout period' between treatments?

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Flashcards

Simple Linear Regression

A statistical method that models the relationship between one independent variable (X) and one dependent variable (Y).

Multiple Linear Regression

Extension of simple linear regression that uses multiple predictors (independent variables) to predict a single dependent variable.

Independent Variable

The variable that is manipulated or changed to see its effect on the dependent variable, often denoted as X.

Dependent Variable

The outcome variable that is measured in an experiment, denoted as Y, which is influenced by the independent variable(s).

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R-squared (R²)

A statistical measure that represents the proportion of variance for the dependent variable that's explained by the independent variable(s) in regression.

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Scatterplot

A graphical representation of two variables showing their relationship.

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Adjusted R-squared

A modified version of R-squared that adjusts for the number of predictors in the model.

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Null Hypothesis (Ho)

A statement that there is no effect or no difference, typically concerning the slope of a regression line.

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Correlation Coefficient

A numerical measure of the strength and direction of the relationship between two variables.

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Risk Factor

A condition or behavior that increases the likelihood of disease.

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Exposed vs Nonexposed Groups

Two groups used in studies to compare outcomes based on exposure to a risk factor.

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Observational Studies

Research that observes subjects without intervention to find correlations.

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Prospective Studies

Research that follows participants into the future to observe outcomes based on exposures.

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Retrospective Studies

Research examining historical data to understand past outcomes related to exposures.

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Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT)

An experimental study design where participants are randomly assigned to intervention or control groups.

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Crossover Studies

A type of RCT where participants switch between treatment and control after a washout period.

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Clinical Trials

Research studies involving human participants to test new health interventions or drugs.

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Cross-sectional study

A study that analyzes data from a population at a specific point in time.

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Cohort study

An observational study following a group over time to assess outcomes.

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Case control study

A study that compares individuals with a specific condition to those without it.

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Case series

A group of case reports involving patients with similar conditions or treatments.

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Case report

A detailed report of symptoms and diagnosis for a single patient.

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Experimental study

A study where interventions are assigned to evaluate causal effects.

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Observational study

Research that observes outcomes without intervention from the researcher.

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Ordinary Least Squares (OLS)

A fundamental estimation method used in regression analysis to minimize the sum of squared differences between observed and predicted values.

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P-value in ANOVA

A measure used to determine the significance of results in an ANOVA test, indicating the probability of observing results as extreme as the current data if the null hypothesis is true.

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Coefficients in Regression

Values that represent the relationship between each predictor variable and the response variable in regression equations, indicating how much the response changes per unit change in the predictor.

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Confounders

Variables that can obscure the relationship between the independent and dependent variables, requiring adjustment to avoid bias in results.

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Adjustment for Confounders

The process of including control variables in the analysis to account for confounding variables, aiming for clearer interpretations of statistical results.

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Statistical Interpretation

The process of explaining the meaning and implications of statistical results, including significance and fit of the models.

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Significance Level

A threshold for determining whether a statistical result is meaningful, commonly set at 0.05, indicating a 5% risk of concluding that a difference exists when there is none.

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Causation

The relationship where one event causes another to happen; cause and effect.

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Mediator

An intermediate variable that explains the relationship between independent and dependent variables.

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P-value

A statistical measure that helps determine the significance of results; lower values suggest stronger evidence against the null hypothesis.

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Intercept

The constant term in a regression equation that represents the expected value of the dependent variable when all independent variables are zero.

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Linear Regression

A statistical method that models the relationship between a dependent variable and one or more independent variables using a straight line.

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Statistical Bias

A systematic error that results in an incorrect estimate of the effect or relationship being studied.

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Controlled Variables

Factors that are kept constant to ensure that any observed effects are due to the independent variable only.

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Study Notes

Simple & Multiple Linear Regression

  • Linear regression models the relationship between a dependent variable and one or more independent variables.
  • Simple linear regression involves one dependent variable and one independent variable.
  • The equation for simple linear regression is Y = a + bX, where 'a' is the intercept and 'b' is the slope.
  • The intercept is the value of Y when X is zero.
  • The slope represents the change in Y for every unit increase in X.
  • In simple linear regression, R-squared (R²) measures the goodness of fit; it indicates how well the regression line fits the data. Values close to 1 indicate a good fit, and values close to 0 indicate a poor fit. Adjusted R² accounts for the number of predictors in the model.
  • Multiple linear regression involves one dependent variable and two or more independent variables.
  • It's used to model how multiple factors influence an outcome.

Binary Logistic Regression

  • Binary Logistic Regression is used when the dependent variable is categorical (e.g., yes/no, success/failure).
  • It models the probability of a binary outcome.
  • Logit is the natural logarithm of the odds.
  • Odds = probability of success / probability of failure.
  • Logistic regression models the logit as a linear function of the independent variables.
  • The coefficients in the model represent the effect of each independent variable on the log-odds (the logit).
  • Odds Ratios indicate how much the odds change in response to a one-unit change in a predictor variable.
  • 95% Confidence Intervals (CI) are used to evaluate the statistical significance of the coefficients. A 95% CI that does not contain one indicates statistical significance.

Study Design Overview

  • Experimental Studies: Involve manipulating variables to assess cause-and-effect relationships. Clinical trials use this approach. Types include randomized controlled trials (RCTs), non-randomized controlled trials, uncontrolled trials, and crossover studies.
  • Observational Studies: Involve observing and measuring variables without manipulating them. Data is collected over time, to determine if there's an association between risk factors and outcomes. Examples include case-control studies, cohort studies, cross-sectional studies, and case series/reports.
  • Case Series (Studies): A descriptive, observational study of cases with similar characteristics often involving a small number of patients.
  • Case-Control Studies: Start with a group that has an outcome or disease (case) and compare them to a similar group without the outcome (control).
  • Cohort Studies: Start with a group exposed to a possible risk factor and follow them over time to see if they develop a particular outcome.
  • Cross-Sectional Studies: Analyze data from a population at a single point in time to determine associations between variables.
  • Prospective Studies: Start with a sample and prospectively follow them to see how different characteristics affect the outcome.
  • Retrospective Studies: Assess factors related to an outcome that has already occurred. Data is gathered from records and other sources already existing.

Experimental Studies (Clinical Trials)

  • Clinical Trials: Experiments involving human subjects; they are done to test or determine the effectiveness of new treatments, drugs, diagnostic tests, or other interventions, often in comparison to existing treatments or a placebo control.
  • Randomized Control Trials (RCTs): The gold standard of experimental studies, where participants are randomly assigned to either an intervention group or a control group.
  • Randomization: The key element in RCTs that helps ensure that groups are as similar as possible, controlling for potential confounding factors.
  • Blinding: Masking participants or researchers regarding which treatment group participants are in (single-blind, double-blind, triple-blind) to minimize bias.
  • Crossover Studies: A type of clinical trial where the same group of participants, or patients, are exposed to different treatments in a predetermined order.
  • Historical Controls: Comparisons with information from past cases or studies rather than a concurrent control group. This is not ideal for inferring a direct causal relationship.

Reviews & Meta Analyses

  • Reviews: Summarizing and critically evaluating existing research on a topic.
  • Meta Analyses: Consolidating the findings from multiple studies quantitatively, increasing the power of the overall analysis.

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