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Line of best fit:
The line that best first a set of datapoints. The best fit refers to the fact that
discrepancies between the points and the line are minimised. It is described by gradient and intercept.
See also Linefitting.
Linefitting:
Also called regression. A method that finds the best line through a set of
plotted points; a simple (and economical) way of describing th relationship
between predictor and outcome variables.
See also Correlation, Gradient,
Intercept, Multiple regression, Regression.
Log:
Logarithm: also called the exponent. Expresses a number as a power of 10 or e.
See also Antilog.
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