Regression analysis for beginners : exploring gun violence / Jonathan Spiegler, Jacob Smith.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Spiegler, Jonathan, author.

Smith, Jacob, author.

Series:

SAGE Research Methods. Cases.

SAGE Research Methods. Cases

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Firearms and crime--Case studies.

Firearms and crime.

Firearms--Case studies.

Firearms.

Violent crimes--Case studies.

Violent crimes.

Physical Description:

1 online resource.

Place of Publication:

London : SAGE Publications Ltd, 2019.

Summary:

This case study introduces the reader to the basic concept of regression analysis by using research we conducted into solutions to gun violence as an example. We explain conceptually why regression is used by researchers and how to understand some of the most important numbers generated by a regression analysis, including p values, regression coefficients, R-squared values, and interaction terms. We make these ideas and numbers concrete by describing their use in our research about gun violence, specifically whether strict gun control laws or access to mental health care for those in need is more effective at preventing gun deaths. Finally, we explain some limitations to the use of regression analysis. This case study is intended for college students with no background in statistics. We strive to explain regression conceptually rather than mathematically and limit our use of jargon or technical language within reason.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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ISBN:

1-5264-7869-2

9781526478696

OCLC:

1084523645