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R^2 Value

Definition

The R^2 value, also known as the coefficient of determination, measures how well a regression model fits the data points. It represents the proportion of variation in the dependent variable that can be explained by changes in the independent variable(s).

Related terms

Regression Analysis: A statistical technique used to model and analyze relationships between variables.

Dependent Variable: The variable being predicted or explained in a regression model.

Independent Variable(s): The variable(s) used to predict or explain changes in the dependent variable.

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