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Introduction
1.1 MULTIPLE REGRESSION/CORRELATION AS A GENERAL DATA-ANALYTIC SYSTEM
1.1.1 Overview
Multiple regression/correlation analysis (MRC) is a highly general and therefore very flexible data analytic system. Basic MRC may be used whenever a quantitative variable, the dependent variable (Y), is to be studied as a function of, or in relationship to, any factors of interest, the independent variables (IVs).1 The broad sweep of this statement is quite intentional.
1. The form of the relationship is not constrained: it may be simple or complex, for example, straight line or curvilinear, general or conditional, or combinations of these possibilities.
2. The nature of the research factors expressed as independent variables is also not constrained. ...
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