multiple regression

noun

: regression in which one variable is estimated by the use of more than one other variable

Examples of multiple regression in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

More than 40% of organizations don't conduct multiple regression analyses, which take into account highly relevant factors beyond median or average pay, and many don’t allow enough time to carefully think through pay adjustment recommendations before implementing them. —Robert Sheen, Forbes, 17 Sep. 2024

So the researchers sought to control for other factors like gender, race, age, education, political leaning and even personal feelings about Clinton and Trump using multiple regression analysis. —The Washington Post, NOLA.com, 3 Apr. 2018

So the researchers sought to control for other factors like gender, race, age, education, political leaning, and even personal feelings about Clinton and Trump using multiple regression analysis. —Washington Post, BostonGlobe.com, 3 Apr. 2018

The hypothesized relationships were tested in two large samples using multiple regression analyses. —Ncbi Rofl, Discover Magazine, 13 Sep. 2012

Word History

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for multiple regression

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