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The linreg workbook distributed with this book allows us to explore linear regression dynamically. We discuss the meaning of least squares, hat diagonals, leverage, and residuals.
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Heiberger, R.M., Neuwirth, E. (2009). What Is Least Squares?. In: R Through Excel. Use R. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4419-0052-4_9
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