Multivariate Analysis

By
Kamala
Asst Prof
DOIE, Anna University Chennai
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Content
Introduction

Introduction
Multivariate Data Analysisrefers to any statistical
technique used to analyse data that arises from more than
one variable.
With univariate analyses we have just one dependent
variable of interest.
Although any analysis of data involving more than one
variable could be seen as multivariate, we typically
reserve the term for multiple dependent variables
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Multivariate Analysis Methods

Two general types of MVA technique
Analysis of dependence
Where one (or more) variables are dependent variables, to be
explained or predicted by others
E.g. Multiple regression, PLS, MDA

Analysis of interdependence
No variables thought of as dependent
Look at the relationships among variables, objects or cases
E.g. cluster analysis, factor analysis
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Examples
A doctor has collected data on cholesterol, blood pressure,
and weight. She also collected data on the eating habits
of the subjects (e.g., how many ounces of red meat, fish,
dairy products, and chocolate consumed per week). She
wants to investigate the relationship between the three
measures of health and eating habits.

Descriptive Statistics
Summary descriptions of measurements (variables) taken
about a group of people.
By Summarizing Information, Descriptive Statistics Speed
Up and Simplify Comprehension of a Groups
Characteristics

Sample vs. Population

Population

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