Alternative methods of regression [[electronic resource] /] / David Birkes, Yadolah Dodge

• Record Nr.: UNINA9910139573103321
• Autore: Birkes David
• Pubbl/distr/stampa: New York, : John Wiley, 1993
• ISBN: 1-283-29481-8; 9786613294814; 1-118-15023-6; 1-118-15024-4
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (248 p.)
• Collana: Wiley Series in Probability and Statistics ; ; v.190
• Altri autori (Persone): DodgeYadolah <1944->
• Disciplina: 519.5/36; 519.536
• Soggetti: Regression analysis; Multivariate analysis; Electronic books.
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Note generali: Description based upon print version of record.
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references and index.
• Nota di contenuto: Alternative Methods of Regression; Contents; Preface; Acknowledgments; 1. Linear Regression Analysis; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Example; 1.3 The Linear Regression Model; 1.4 Estimating the Regression Coefficients; 1.5 Testing the Significance of the Relationship; 1.6 The Need for Alternative Methods; 1.7 The Origin of the Word ""Regression""; Notes; References; 2. Constructing and Checking the Model; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Checking the Model; 2.3 Modifying the Model; 2.4 Examples; Notes; References; 3. Least-Squares Regression; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 An Example of Simple Regression; 3.3 Estimating the Regression Line3.4 Testing β = 0; 3.5 Checking Normality; 3.6 An Example of Multiple Regression; 3.7 Estimating the Regression Coefficients; 3.8 Testing the Regression Coefficients; 3.9 Testing βq + 1 = · · · = βp = 0; 3.10 Testing β3 = 0; 3.11 The Coefficient of Determination; 3.12 Computation; Notes; References; 4. Least-Absolute-Deviations Regression; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Estimating the Regression Line; 4.3 Nonuniqueness and Degeneracy; 4.4 Testing β ; = 0; 4.5 An Example of Multiple Regression; 4.6 Estimating the Regression Coefficients; 4.7 Testing βq + 1 = · · · = βp = 04.8 Computation; Notes; References; 5. M-Regression; 5.1 Introduction; 5.2 An Example of Simple Regression; 5.3 Estimating the Regression Line; 5.4 Testing β = 0; 5.5 An Example of Multiple Regression; 5.6 Estimating the Regression Coefficients; 5.7 Testing βq + 1 = · · · = βp = 0; 5.8 Computation; Notes; References; 6. Nonparametric Regression; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 An Example of Simple Regression; 6.3 Estimating the Regression Line; 6.4 Testing β = 0; 6.5 An Example of Multiple Regression; 6.6 Estimating the Regression Coefficients; 6.7 Testing βq + 1 = · · · = βp = 06.8 Computation; Notes; References; 7. Bayesian Regression; 7.1 Introduction; 7.2 The Bayesian Approach; 7.3 An Example of Simple Regression; 7.4 Estimating the Regression Line; 7.5 Testing β = 0; 7.6 An Example of Multiple Regression; 7.7 Estimating the Regression Coefficients; 7.8 Testing βq + 1 = · · · = βp = 0; 7.9 Computation; Notes; References; 8. Ridge Regression; 8.1 Introduction; 8.2 An Example of Simple Regression; 8.3 Estimating the Regression Line; 8.4 An Example of Multiple Regression; 8.5 Standardization; 8.6 Estimating the Regression Coefficients8.7 Collinearity; Notes; References; 9. Comparisons; 9.1 Introduction; 9.2 Comparison of Properties; 9.3 Comparisons on Three Data Sets; Notes; References; 10. Other Methods; 10.1 Introduction; 10.2 Other Methods of Linear Regression; 10.3 More General Methods of Regression; References; Appendix; Student's t-Distribution; F-Distribution; Chi-squared Distribution; Index
• Sommario/riassunto: Of related interest. Nonlinear Regression Analysis and its Applications Douglas M. Bates and Donald G. Watts "".an extraordinary presentation of concepts and methods concerning the use and analysis of nonlinear regression models.highly recommend[ed].for anyone needing to use and/or understand issues concerning the analysis of nonlinear regression models."" --Technometrics This book provides a balance between theory and practice supported by extensive displays of instructive geometrical constructs. Numerous in-depth case studies illustrate the use of nonlinear regression analysis--with all data

Excel Dashboards & Reports For Dummies

• Record Nr.: UNINA9910822640203321
• Pubbl/distr/stampa: Hoboken, : Wiley, 2014
• ISBN: 1-118-84236-7
• Edizione: [2nd ed.]
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (339 p.)
• Collana: For dummies Excel dashboards & reports for dummies
• Classificazione: 007.63
• Disciplina: 658.4038011
• Soggetti: Business intelligence -- Computer programs; Dashboards (Management information systems); Electronic spreadsheets; Microsoft Excel (Computer file); Dashboards (Management information systems) - Computer programs; Statistics; Business report writing; Business; Management; Commerce; Business & Economics; Management Styles & Communication; Marketing & Sales
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Note generali: Description based upon print version of record.
• Nota di contenuto: Table of Contents; Introduction; About This Book; Foolish Assumptions; Icons Used In This Book; Beyond the Book; Where to Go from Here; Part I: Getting Started with Excel Dashboards and Reports; Chapter 1: Getting in the Dashboard State of Mind; Defining Dashboards and Reports; Preparing for Greatness; A Quick Look at Dashboard Design Principles; Chapter 2: Building a Super Model; Data Modeling Best Practices; Excel Functions That Really Deliver; Using Smart Tables That Expand with Data; Part II: Building Basic Dashboard Components; Chapter 3: Dressing Up Your Data Tables; Table Design PrinciplesGetting Fancy with Custom Number Formatting; Chapter 4: Sparking Inspiration with Sparklines; Introducing Sparklines; ; Understanding Sparklines; Customizing Sparklines; Chapter 5: Formatting Your Way to Visualizations; Enhancing Reports with Conditional Formatting; Using Symbols to Enhance Reporting; The Magical Camera Tool; Chapter 6: The Pivotal Pivot Table; An Introduction to the Pivot Table; The Four Areas of a Pivot Table; Creating Your First Pivot Table; Customizing Your Pivot Table Reports; Creating Useful Pivot-Driven Views; Part III: Building Advanced Dashboard ComponentsChapter 7: Charts That Show Trending; Trending Dos and Don'ts; Comparative Trending; Emphasizing Periods of Time; Other Trending Techniques; Chapter 8: Grouping and Bucketing Data; Creating Top and Bottom Displays; Using Histograms to Track Relationships and Frequency; Emphasizing Top Values in Charts; Chapter 9: Displaying Performance against a Target; Showing Performance with Variances; Showing Performance against Organizational Trends; Using a Thermometer-Style Chart; Using a Bullet Graph; Showing Performance against a Target Range; Part IV: Advanced Reporting TechniquesChapter 10: Macro-Charged Dashboarding; Why Use a Macro?; Recording Your First Macro; Running Your Macros; Enabling and Trusting Macros; Excel Macro Examples; Chapter 11: Giving Users an Interactive Interface; Getting Started with Form Controls; Using the Button Control; Using the Check Box Control; Using the Option Button Control; Option Button Example: Showing Many Views through One Chart; Using the Combo Box Control; Combo Box Example: Changing Chart Data with a Drop-Down Selector; Using the List Box Control; Using the List Box Control; List Box Example: Controlling Multiple Charts with One SelectorChapter 12: Adding Interactivity with Pivot Slicers; Understanding Slicers; Creating a Standard Slicer; Formatting Slicers; Controlling Multiple Pivot Tables with One Slicer; Creating a Timeline Slicer; Using Slicers as Form Controls; Part V: Working with the Outside World; Chapter 13: Using External Data for Your Dashboards and Reports; Importing Data from Microsoft Access; Importing Data from SQL Server; Chapter 14: Sharing Your Workbook with the Outside World; Protecting Your Dashboards and Reports; Linking Your Excel Dashboards to PowerPoint
• Sommario/riassunto: Create dynamic dashboards and put your data on display with For DummiesNo matter what business you're in, reports have become a staple of the workplace, but what good is a report if no reads it, or even worse, understands it? This all new edition of Excel Dashboards & Reports For Dummies is here to help you make meaning of all your data and turn it into clear and actionable visualizations. Fully updated for the latest business intelligence and spreadsheet tools in Excel 2013, this book shows you how to analyze large amounts of data, quickly slice data