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Simple linear regression

Definition
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One continuous predictor linearly related to outcome—pedagogic baseline extending to multiple regression in GWAS covariates.

Why it matters in GWAS

Statistical concepts underpin GWAS significance, effect estimation, relatedness random effects, multiple testing, fine-mapping priors, and post-GWAS multivariate methods.

Example usage

"The analysis uses Simple linear regression to quantify associations and compare alternative hypotheses."

References

  • Casella G, Berger RL. (2002). Statistical Inference. Duxbury Press.
  • Wasserman L. (2004). All of Statistics. Springer.

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